The “pretty pictures” show Main Street as 2 lanes, won’t this cause traffic problems?
Actually, no. A detailed traffic analysis concludes that local and through traffic can be accommodated with other planned street improvements already underway to Stewart and Roop streets, and other minor street improvements, without reducing service levels. A large percentage of the existing traffic will be relocated to the freeway. East-west traffic movements through Downtown will also improve, making it easier overall to get to and around Downtown. Sheriff Furlong has noted that the improvements will improve traffic safety through the downtown, especially for pedestrians.
