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Committee advances ‘growth corridor boulevard’ designation and emphasizes pedestrian safety on University Boulevard
Summary
County planning staff recommended converting University Boulevard outside town centers to a new “growth corridor boulevard” street type to encourage lower target speeds and closer protected crossings. Councilmembers endorsed the safety focus but asked for follow‑up on funding and implementation details tied to zoning and MCDOT operations.
Planning staff recommended at the Nov. 3 Planning, Housing and Parks Committee meeting that the council designate most of University Boulevard outside the two town‑center areas as a ‘‘growth corridor boulevard,’’ a new street classification intended to bring downtown‑style pedestrian protections to corridors experiencing growth.
Committee members and staff framed the change as a design‑led approach focused on pedestrian safety. Mr. Kenny, transportation staff, told the committee the designation carries several characteristics—‘‘high to moderate residential mixed‑use or retail, high to…
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