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Major congestion and safety concerns

T raffic light - traffic leaving neighborhood backs up 6 This area is Tarrant County, so emergency services have to dispatch from a long distance because they aren't in Fort Worth 5 Getting very dangerous in both directions due to the rise of the road 4 Water flow is increasingly problematic, standing water for days when it rains 3

When asked what else they would like to share, 19 comments were left, and these are summarized as follows:

o Opposition to New Development: There was strong opposition to development, housing specifically was cited, until the existing infrastructure can support the current and future population. This was the most supported comment which was written more than once and had multiple green stickers placed next to them. Concerns included:  Inability of schools to keep up with the growing population.  E . Bonds Ranch Rd from Harmon to US 287 is experiencing heavy traffic, and new warehouses will worsen the situation. o Lack of Infrastructure Improvements: Residents shared frustration over the lack of road infrastructure improvements in Haslet over the past six years, despite promises. o Developer Responsibility: Criticism was directed at developers for focusing on selling homes without addressing infrastructure needs. Sendera Ranch, approved 20 years ago, was cited as an example where infrastructure has lagged behind development. o T raffic and Congestion Concerns: The following areas were cited as areas of concern: o Major backups occur at the intersection of Main St. and 156 in Haslet. o H igh school and apartment traffic at 287 & Blue Mound Rd . o Willow Springs Rd: The road is deteriorating south of 287. Multiple comments highlighted the need for specific road improvements, such as: o Widening the bridge over 287. o Adding designated left turn lanes and lengthening light cycles. o Removing stop signs and adding roundabouts. o Expanding entry points to 287 and improving access lanes. o More East-West Routes. o An off-ramp for Willow Springs o Immediate Action Needed: Residents called for immediate plans to alleviate traffic congestion, especially with more homes being built. Suggestions included building bridges, overpasses, and additional lanes to handle increased traffic. o Safety and Accessibility: Concerns about safety and accessibility were raised, particularly in areas like Dorado Ranch subdivision and Bonds Ranch Rd, where accidents are frequent and exiting the subdivision is challenging.

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