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Draft Rick Marcotte circulation study recommends new sidewalks, bus egress and crosswalk upgrades
Summary
A draft circulation report for Rick Marcotte School recommends a Mary Street sidewalk connection (requiring easement), bus egress via the Allard Square driveway to reduce Datilio Drive congestion, a Williston Road gated pedestrian/bike access at arrival/departure times, a southern footpath restoration and two RRFB crosswalks to improve pedestrian safety.
City staff and consultant BHB presented a draft circulation study for Rick Marcotte School focused on arrival/departure congestion, bus routing and pedestrian safety. The study’s recommended package of measures includes a new sidewalk connection toward Mary Street (which would require an easement from Allard Square), a limited bus egress agreement to let buses leave via the rear driveway to reduce conflicts on Datilio Drive, a controlled Williston Road student gate used only during arrival/departure times for pedestrians and bicyclists, restoration of a southern footpath to provide safer neighborhood access, and two Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) crossings at high desire lines.
Public commenters and the principal emphasized operational details and easement complexities; residents described near-miss bus maneuvers at Datilio and Market Street during busy periods and suggested temporary measures such as restricting two parking spaces during arrival/departure times while longer-term changes are negotiated. Staff said the city will finalize the report after incorporating public feedback and pursue the RRFB installations as a near-term safety improvement.
