From staff reports
The City of Franklin is seeking input from the public to identify areas of the city where street safety is of concern and to discuss ways to enhance the safety and comfort of city streets for all users.
The input will help the city develop a comprehensive safety action plan to improve the local road network with the goal of preventing traffic deaths and eliminating them over time.
The plan will use funds made available through the Northwest Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission.
The final plan will also meet the criteria needed to apply for additional funding from the Safe Streets and Roads for All program, a new safety program from the Federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
This funding will be used to construct and implement the plan’s recommendations.
“The city now wants to hear from the general public to provide input and share their experiences traversing our city’s streets from a diverse range of perspectives,” said Franklin grants facilitator T.J. Parks.
The city will hold three public listening sessions on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at different times and locations throughout Franklin.
The sessions will take place at 8:30 a.m. at the Human Services training center (formerly the Salvation Army) at 737 Elk St., noon at the Atlantic Avenue United Brethren Church; and 6 p.m. at Central Elementary School.
“We really hope people engage in these opportunities to help identify the streets and intersections most in need of safety improvements,” said Franklin community development director Amanda Power.
An online survey will also be posted to the city website in the coming weeks.
