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Consider Approving Proposed Modifications to Elliott Road Extension 25% Design and Authorizing the Town Manager to Proceed with Final Design and Construction.
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Staff:
Department:
Roger Stancil, Town Manager
Manager's Office
Lance Norris, Director
Public Works
Ben Hitchings, Director
Planning and Development Services
Bergen Watterson, Transportation Planning Manager
Overview: In January 2017, Council approved the 25% plans for Elliott Road Extension. The Elliott Road Extension is part of the approved roadway network for the Blue Hill District, and is proposed to extend east from the intersection of Elliott Road and Fordham Blvd. and connect to Ephesus Church Road. Bluerock Real Estate, LLC, owners of the Park Apartments, have requested several modifications to the roadway design to provide better overall site access functionality. Staff is seeking Council approval of the proposed modifications and authorization for the Town Manager to proceed with final design and construction of Elliott Road Extension. See staff memorandum for background and additional information.
Recommendation(s):
That the Council adopt the attached resolution approving the proposed modifications as described in the staff recommendation and authorizing the Town Manager to proceed with final design and construction of Elliott Road Extension.
Decision Points:
* Convert site driveways from right-in/right-out to full access?
* Shift site driveways 29ft to the east?
* Lower speed limit from 35mph to 25mph on Elliott Road Extension?
* Authorize Town Manager to proceed with final design and construction of the roadway?
Key Issues:
* The Transportation and Connectivity Advisory Board does not recommend full access intersections due to bike and pedestrian safety concerns
* Staff recommends full access intersections with buffered/protected bike lanes to increase visibility and safety of bicyclists
* The developer has documented transportation, community, and affordable housing benef...
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