As signal timing work continues on College Avenue at the McDonough and Candler intersections and residents familiarize themselves with the new configuration, we’ve had some questions about the flashing yellow lights that now appear for left turns…
Author: Hugh Saxon
New Signals Activated on College Avenue: Performance issues being addressed
As everyone has noticed, the new traffic signals at McDonough and Candler are finally being activated. The process, which will result in safer intersections for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists, has not been a smooth one. We apologize for the inconvenience many of you have experienced…
Utility Work on West Trinity Place Begins this Week
Georgia Power will be performing underground utility work on West Trinity Place from Commerce Drive to Swanton Way starting as early as Wednesday, October 12. The work is expected to take about 2 weeks…
Traffic Signal Improvements at McDonough and Candler Ready for Completion
New equipment required for the completion of upgraded College Avenue traffic signals at McDonough and Candler Streets will be installed beginning this week. The technology involved is innovative and will greatly improve safety and convenience for pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists. Weather permitting, the work is expected to take 2-3 weeks…
Pedestrian Beacons on East College and South Candler to be Replaced
The flashing pedestrian crossing beacons on East College Avenue at Agnes Scott College and on South Candler Street at East Dougherty Street will be replaced starting Tuesday, August 14. The work is expected to take one week…
Reimagine West Howard Avenue Starts This Week
Weather permitting, work on the City’s Reimagine West Howard project is anticipated to begin Thursday, July 5, 2018 and last approximately two weeks. Wildcat Sealing & Striping has been contracted to make the modifications, which extend from the City limits near Paden Circle to Commerce Drive…
East Lake Drive Re-Striping Begins Wednesday, June 27
The City of Decatur has contracted Wildcat Sealing & Striping to re-stripe sections of East Lake Drive. Weather permitting, work is anticipated to begin on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 and last approximately three days…
Minor Work Scheduled for Oakhurst Village
The City of Decatur has contracted Construction Management Engineering Services to perform minor crosswalk work at the intersection of East Lake Drive and Oakview Road. Weather permitting, work is expected to begin on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 and should be completed by Wednesday, June 27…
Curb Ramp Installation and Sidewalk Repairs on Adams Street Begin Monday, June 11
The City of Decatur has contracted Blount Construction to repair sidewalks and install 15 new ADA curb ramps on Adams Street from College Avenue to West Hill Street. Weather permitting, work is anticipated to begin on Monday, June 11, 2018 and should be completed by the end of June…
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations to be Installed Beginning Thurs., June 7
The City of Decatur, ChargePoint LLC, and Craft Electric & Maintenance will be installing Level 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations — one in the North McDonough parking loop in downtown Decatur, one in the Oakhurst Village — beginning Thursday, June 7 (downtown) and Monday, June 11 (Oakhurst)…