Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Traffic Signal Improvement Project to begin on Grace Street and Franklin Street

NEWS RELEASE
Richmond, Virginia
Mayor Dwight C. Jones


For Immediate Release
August 9, 2011
For more information, contact:
Sharon North – (804) 646-5607


Traffic Signal Improvement Project
to begin on Grace Street and Franklin Street

WHO: City of Richmond Department of Public Works WHAT: Traffic signal improvements

WHEN: Monday, August 15 through Friday, October 28

WHERE: This project will take place at the following intersections:
· Grace Street at Adams Street
· Franklin Street at Foushee Street

BACKGROUND: The following improvements will be made to improve motorist and pedestrian safety. There may be temporary sidewalk and traffic lane closures during portions of the construction.

SCOPE OF WORK: The following improvements will significantly improve motorist and pedestrian safety:
· Installation of new mast arm traffic signal poles
· Installation of pedestrian countdown indicators
· Installation of new wheelchair ramps
· New painted pavement markings
· Sidewalk restoration

For more information on city services and schedules, please visit us on line at www.RichmondGov.com.

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