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Traffic commission approves pedestrian counts to evaluate mid‑block crossings at Crestwood and bus‑stop location
Summary
Commissioners approved funding for pedestrian counts (about $455 each) at Crestwood and another bus‑stop location to determine whether RRFBs or crosswalks are warranted; the studies were described as pilots to inform purchase of more devices.
The Leesburg Traffic Commission voted to fund pedestrian counts at two locations to determine whether mid‑block crossings or Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) are warranted.
Staff said the Crestwood location requires counts because there is pedestrian activity near a bus stop and commission members agreed counts are necessary before any RRFB or crosswalk can be considered. Staff gave a cost estimate of $455 for the count at Crestwood and recommended a similar count at the bus‑stop location near Anderson/Notaway Street; commissioners approved the request and seconded a motion to proceed.
“That's a high‑density area…let's schedule counts if everyone is on board with that,” a staff member said when presenting the Crestwood estimate. A motion for the study was moved and seconded; the chair called for the question and commissioners indicated support for proceeding. Staff said the intent is to choose trial locations with measurable volume so the town can assess whether purchases of additional RRFBs would be effective.
The commission also discussed the scope and times for the counts; staff proposed 7 a.m.–7 p.m. collection to capture school and general pedestrian movement. The data will be returned to the commission for an engineering recommendation and possible future procurement of crossing devices.
The counts were authorized from the commission’s line item; staff said the expense does not require town council approval because it is within existing budget lines.
