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CDTC awarded City $1.1 million for downtown pedestrian safety project
SCHENECTADY – The City of Schenectady will host a virtual public information session on downtown pedestrian safety improvements. The City was awarded $1.1 million in federal funding through the Capital District Transportation Committee (CDTC) to complete a Pedestrian Safety Action Plan (PSAP) project at eight intersections in downtown Schenectady.
The virtual public information session will be held Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 5:30 PM. Members of the public may participate with questions and view the session on Zoom using the following information:
Link: https://zoom.us/j/95655570286
Webinar ID: 956 5557 0286
Phone: 1-646-518-9805 or 1-267-831-0333
You may also watch a live broadcast or recording of the session on YouTube at the following link:
The objective of the project is to improve pedestrian safety and walkability at select intersections and locations in downtown Schenectady. Safety countermeasures include pedestrian signal improvements, ADA compliant sidewalk ramps, pedestrian warning signs, and high visibility crosswalks. These improvements will be made at the following eight intersections (map attached):
Union Street and Ferry Street
Liberty Street, Eastern Avenue and Nott Terrace
Liberty Street and Jay Street
Franklin Street and Clinton Street
Franklin Street and Lafayette Street
Franklin Street and Nott Terrace
Broadway and Liberty Street
Clinton Street and Liberty Street
“Enhanced walkability not only strengthens pedestrian safety but promotes vibrant and sustainable growth,” Mayor Gary McCarthy said. “Pedestrian-friendly infrastructure improves access and mobility for residents and visitors, reduces energy consumption, and is key to building connected and thriving communities.”
For additional information and questions about the project, or if you cannot attend the virtual public information session, please contact City Engineer Chris Wallin, P.E. at (518) 382-5082, or cwallin@schenectadyny.gov.
