Survey Results 

The results are in! Of the potential improvements, hardscape improvements, such as a raised crosswalk or a raised intersection, were the highest ranked improvements for all three intersections. With respect to pedestrian safety and comfort, participants strongly valued increased pedestrian visibility to motorists and reduced vehicle speeds.  

Glenwood South Survey Results

Phase 1 

The first phase will feature painted curb extensions at all intersections. Similar to the installation at the intersection of Salisbury Street and Hargett Street and the newly upgraded scooter corrals on Glenwood Avenue, the painted curb extensions in the Safety Pilot Corridor will feature in-street art and vertical delineation. Phase 1 is planned to be implemented in Summer 2025.  

Phase 2  

The second phase will explore the construction of raised crosswalks on the west side of each intersection. Further coordination with the Transportation Department’s Street Maintenance group and additional internal stakeholders is underway.  

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    1    Will the safety pilot fix the tree pits on Glenwood Avenue? 
No, the safety pilot is focused on pedestrian improvements at the intersection. Transportation’s Street Maintenance division recently acquired a contractor to repair the downtown tree pits and fill them flexi-pave. Staff are developing a prioritization schedule for the repairs. 

    2    Will the safety pilot widen the sidewalks on Glenwood Avenue? 
No, the safety pilot improvements are focused on pedestrian improvements at the intersection. There are no planned or active projects to widen the sidewalks on Glenwood Avenue; however, the recommendations from the safety pilot may inform a future update to the Glenwood South streetscape. 

    3    Can raised crosswalks be installed across Glenwood Avenue? 
Installing raised crosswalks across Glenwood Avenue would require significant upgrades to the pavement and the relocation of utilities, such as fire hydrants. These significant upgrades are not attainable with the project budget.  

    4    Can raised intersections be installed at all safety pilot intersections? 
No, a raised intersection was not suitable for the intersections of Glenwood Avenue at Johnson Street and North Street due to steep grades. Raised infrastructure constructed on too steep of a grade pose a risk of bottoming out for vehicles with long axles, such as buses and firetrucks.  
 
A raised intersection for the intersection of Glenwood Avenue and Tucker Street was not selected due to budget constraints. The intersection would likely require significant upgrades for drainage, resurfacing, and curb ramp repairs. These upgrades would consume most of the project budget, with little to no funds available for the other two intersections.   

    5    Will the curb extensions impact the scooter corrals on Glenwood Avenue? 
The scooter corrals will not be impacted by the curb extensions. Where possible, the curb extensions will connect to existing scooter corrals, providing greater protection for the corrals. We are coordinating with the Micromobility Lead to determine if there are opportunity for further scooter corral expansion. 

    6    Will parking be impacted? 
The curb extensions were designed to minimize impacts on parking by utilizing existing No Parking Zones, where possible. Any parking changes were made in coordination with the Parking Division and the affected parties.  
 
The Material Loading Zone at the southeast corner of Glenwood Ave at W North St will be removed and similar loading may take place at the Commerical Loading Zone at the northwest corner of the intersection.  
 
The Valet Loading Zone at the southeast corner of Glenwood Ave at Tucker St. will be shifted 20 feet east to accomodate the curb extension installation.