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Planners weigh reconfiguring Five Corners to widen sidewalks and add bike facilities using the Crescent Connector
Summary
Consultants proposed lane reductions, removal of slip lanes and temporary closures at 5 Corners to expand pedestrian and cycling space, while cautioning further traffic analysis and targeted outreach to businesses and emergency services.
Framework presented conceptual streetscape changes for 5 Corners to reclaim public right‑of‑way and improve pedestrian and bicycle access, leveraging the Crescent Connector to absorb diverted traffic.
"Instead of going this way to Main, this would be removed, and you could take the lane that's in front of the Lincoln Inn and widen the sidewalks, which would really help with the redevelopment of it, have outdoor dining, slow and tame the traffic, and really emphasize the pedestrian environment," Jeff Erangel said while showing options for lane reductions and pocket parks.
Consultants suggested testing lane‑reduction ideas with temporary closures or food‑truck pilot programs, calibrating signal timing and conducting further traffic modeling to check connector capacity. Commissioners and public speakers raised operational concerns—Memorial Way and access to the fire station were flagged as routes that emergency services rely on—underscoring the need for engineering review and stakeholder outreach before permanent changes.
The project team recommended phased testing and more detailed engagement with affected property owners and businesses before implementing permanent geometric changes.
