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Council opts not to create new driveway at Chipper Jones Park amid wet-ground and traffic concerns
Summary
Council discussed a proposed driveway between Chipper Jones Lane and the railroad track but decided not to create a new access because of wet ground, culvert issues and nearby highway traffic volumes; signage and existing access will be used instead.
Council members considered opening an informal driveway between Chipper Jones Lane and the railroad track to ease entry to the park during Little League events, but multiple members raised concerns about wet ground, a culvert in poor condition and potential conflicts with heavy traffic on the nearby highway.
A council member noted a DOT traffic count showing more than 8,000 vehicles per day on the adjacent highway, warning that creating a new turning movement without a turn lane could make conditions worse. After discussing wet ground at the proposed location and potential interference with south-end access and trailers, council agreed to leave the current access in place and to address wayfinding and signage rather than create a new driveway at this time.
No formal motion to construct a driveway was made; the council asked staff to consider signage and to monitor field access needs during events.
