Field Observations and Recommendations In November 2024, project team members conducted field observations of the corridor to obtain a better understanding of the existing operations and challenges . These observations are grouped into two categories: corridor- focused and intersection -focused. Corridor- Focused Recommendations The following field observations were made along West Seminary Drive. These observations pertain to the entirety of the corridor and are not segment - specific, unless otherwise noted. Speed Management W Seminary Drive is striped for four lanes with a center median between 6 th Avenue and William Fleming Court and striped for five lanes between William Fleming Court and Rector Avenue. The wide road design, especially at times of low traffic, encourages higher travel speeds. With the low traffic volume experienced along this road, • It is recommended that the corridor be studied for a road diet. • It is recommended that the road be narrowed from a four- lane with median/five -lane to a three-lane cross- section. • In the short term, in the absence of a road diet, it is recommended that speed feedback signs be installed to discourage speeding. Pedestrian Facilities There were a few mid - block crossings connecting Rosemont Elementary School and Rosemont Middle School to Rosemont Park. These crossings are long, despite having a refuge island in the middle. • It is recommended to narrow the travel lanes and provide curb extensions to facilitate safer crossing for students. The western crossing also lacks curb ramps, which present a barrier to disabled pedestrians, and pavement markings. These crossings are disc ussed in depth in the intersection recommendations. • Intermittent gaps of sidewalk connectivity were observed along the corridor. It is recommended that sidewalks are connected where there are gaps. A road diet will allow for increased sidewalk width and increased buffer space, as well as planted buffers and street trees.
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