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Girl Scouts propose Drake Road crosswalk for Power Middle School; council praises project
Summary
Members of Girl Scout troop 77976 presented a Silver Award project proposing a crosswalk on Drake Road to improve safety near Power Middle School; council members commended the students and encouraged continued engagement with the Pathways Committee and city staff.
Members of Girl Scout troop 77976 presented a Silver Award project asking the city to consider a crosswalk and pedestrian amenities on Drake Road to improve safety and walkability to the park and nearby schools.
The troop described outreach to community members, the Pathways Committee and city staff to determine feasibility. They said the project will include on-street markings, signs and sidewalk connections and that they plan a crosswalk-safety event for elementary students with a police officer demonstrating safe-crossing techniques.
Council members responded with praise and encouragement. "I just wanna commend you for your hard work and hope that that’s not the end of your hard work to help Farmington become a better place," one council member said. Another council member added that the project aligns with a grant the city has received for sidewalk work along Drake Road.
What’s next: The chair encouraged the troop to stay engaged with the Pathways Committee and city administration, and staff said the timing aligns with a planned sidewalk grant for Drake Road work.
Quote: "We ultimately chose to put in a crosswalk," a troop member said, outlining why the project would improve pedestrian safety for students and residents.
