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University Drive bicycle plan draws mixed reaction at public hearing; road diet and bike lanes proposed
Summary
City planners presented a 60%-design public hearing for University Drive bicycle improvements including a road diet, bike lanes between North Street and Leighton Hall Drive, sharrows through Old Town, intersection changes at Leighton Hall, green conflict markings and resurfacing; public commenters urged more separation and stronger safety measures.
City transportation staff presented the University Drive bicycle facilities project at a public hearing on Feb. 25, showing a corridor plan with three distinct sections: shared-lane markings (sharrows) through Old Town, a road diet with dedicated bike lanes between Leighton Hall Drive and North Street, and intersection improvements at Leighton Hall intended to reduce conflict points.
Key elements and funding: The middle segment would be restriped from four…
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