County News:
The intersection of North Road and Urban Street is now a four-way stop.
New pavement markings and temporary signs are in place until permanent traffic signs are installed early next week.
The change was made after an engineering analysis that reviewed one month of traffic data, eight years of police reports, site conditions, and traffic patterns.
Although the intersection averages about one crash per year, several factors supported the decision. In addition to engineering considerations, the area serves as a safe route to school for nearby Mountain Elementary and sees pedestrian traffic to and from Urban Park, Atomic City Transit stops, and school bus stops.
At its April 7 meeting, County Council asked the Public Works Department to review the intersection and report back within 90 days. In response, the Public Works team will present its findings and explain the changes at the June 23 work session. The meeting begins at 6 p.m. at Fire Station #3 in White Rock and is open to the public.