Seminary RoadComplete Streets ProjectWhat We’ve Heard From You So Far...

Pedestrian Safety » Long wait times to cross the street

» Not enough time given to cross the street

» Install Leading Pedestrian Intervals (LPIs)

» Lack of safe crossings, particularly on segments where no tra�c signals are nearby

» Crossing guards needed at school hours/locations

Driver Safety » Making left turns from Seminary Road feels dangerous

» Drivers disregard right-turn-only lanes

» Pulling out from driveways and side-streets di�cult due to speed, visibility issues

» Dangerous weaving maneuvers near I-395

Bicycling Safety » Bike lanes needed » No bike lanes » Bicyclists unsafely ride on sidewalks because road is unsafe

» More bicyclist education/enforcement is necessary

» Better connection needed to Seminary/395 pedestrian/bike bridge

Sidewalks » Numerous tripping hazards and obstructions

» Feels unsafe when there is no bu­er from the travel lane

» Large sidewalk gap

Vehicle Speeds » Speeding continues to be an issue

» Enforcement, speed limit change, feedback signs have helped

» When enforcement is not happening, speeding is prevalent

» Need larger speeding fines

Tra�c » Cut down on number of cars, especially non-local tra�c

» Keep tra�c moving, do not introduce more delay

» Do not divert more tra�c onto side streets

» Do not change intersections in ways that would induce cut-through tra�c

» Do not impede hospital tra�c operations

Transit » Bus stops located away from signalized intersections are a safety issue

» Reevaluate usage of some bus stops

Vision Zero Safety Map CommentsDuring 2017, as part of the Vision Zero Action Plan process, the City asked for comments about safety issues that the public experienced on the roadways.

Repaving Survey CommentsIn 2018, the City asked for comments related to streets that were set to be repaved. The following were comments for Seminary Road:

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What changes would make your street safer and more accessible for all users?

What are your highest priority concerns along your street? (check up to 3)

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People drive too fast on my street

It is hard to cross at signalizedintersectionsIt is hard to cross at intersectionswithout a stop sign or traffic signalIt is difficult to travel on the sidewalksalong my streetIt is difficult to bike on my street

Drivers go around turns too fast

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Walkabout CommentsThis is a selection of comments that we heard on May 12th community walkabout with approximately 40 people of the Seminary Road corridor. This is not a full list of every comment o­ered, nor is it intended to synopsize any dominant themes. In fact, some of the comments conflict with each other. This list is instead intended to provide a sample of issues that were brought forward.

Seminary RoadComplete Streets ProjectWhat We’ve Heard From You So Far

Comment Sources and Outreach EffortsPedestrian and Bicycle Master

Plan(2016)

Vision Zero Action Plan

(2017)

Repaving Survey(2018)

Seminary Hill Civic Association Meeting

(April 2018)

Community Walkabout(May 2018)

Public Open House(May 2018)

Meeting 1 Key Takeaways

• It is di�cult for residents to turn and back out of driveways onto Seminary Road.

• Speeding is common along the entire corridor.

• Sidewalks should be wider, continuous, and bu­ered from moving tra�c.

• There is too much distance between safe crossings.

• People walking must cross long distances on Seminary Road.

• Improvements are needed at Seminary Road and Kenmore Avenue.

• Many residents are opposed to any changes on the corridor.

• Opinions on bicycle facilities are mixed. Those who support adding bike facilities prefer bu­ered or protected bike lanes. Those who oppose adding bike lanes are concerned about impacts on tra�c and creating hazards for people driving.

• Opinions on the future of the roadway are mixed. Some view Seminary Road as a major thoroughfare for the city, while others want it to better reflect the community character as a residential street.

• A tra�c signal is not desired at Seminary Road and Fort Williams Parkway.

Design Option Activity CommentsSignals & Signs Crossing Amenities

Bicycle Facilities Pedestrian Facilities

Roadway Design

Pedestrian Flashing Beacon

Like: 23 - Dislike: 7

Pedestrian Visibility Signs

Like: 13 - Dislike: 6

Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon

Like: 9 - Dislike: 8

Protected Bike Lane

Like: 14 - Dislike: 9

Buffered Bike Lanes

Like: 12 - Dislike: 11

Shared Use Path

Like: 5 - Dislike: 10

Center Two-Way Left Turn Space

with Plantings

Like: 16 - Dislike: 10

Repurpose Slip Lane for Safe Bike

Turning

Like: 12 - Dislike: 7

Repurpose Slip Lane for Open

Space

Like: 9 - Dislike: 6

Planted Refuge Islands

Like: 14 - Dislike: 11

Center Refuge Islands

Like: 12 - Dislike: 14

No Refuge Islands

Like: 3 - Dislike: 14

Wide Buffered Sidewalk

Like: 14 - Dislike: 6

Buffered Sidewalk

Like: 11 - Dislike: 6

Unbuffered Sidewalk

Like: 1 - Dislike: 11

No Change

Like: 5 - Dislike: 6

Center Two-Way

Left Turn Lane

Like: 9 - Dislike: 7

No Center Turn Space

Like: 3 - Dislike: 12

Public Meeting 1 - May 29, 2018- Comment Summary

Central Alexandria Tra�c Study

(2018)