Submitted by: Joseph Solomon
Submitting Department: Legislative
Agenda Section: Discussion
Item Title:
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FY23 Budget Initiative: West Hyattsville Metro Area Traffic Study
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Suggested Action:
recommendation
I move that the Interim Mayor and Council include $100,000.00 in the FY23 Hyattsville City Budget for the development of a West Hyattsville Metro Area Traffic Study. The traffic study will evaluate and propose solutions to address:
Riverfront Area/Ager Rd (in partnership with Prince George’s County):
• Traffic calming or traffic light installation at the intersection of Little Branch Run, Ager Road and Lancer Drive
• Traffic calming or traffic light installation at the intersection of Nicholson Street and Ager Rd.
Kirkwood Area/Nicholson Street/Ager Rd:
• Traffic pattern for 2600-2700 blocks of Nicholson Street, Lancer Drive, and Kirkwood Place (for ingress and egress onto Ager Rd.)
• Removal of City installed barricades at Kirkwood entrances
• Removal of City installed fence between Kirkwood and Riverfront property
Hamilton Street/Jamestown Rd. (in partnership with Prince George’s County):
• Hamilton/Jamestown Cyclist and Pedestrian Safety mechanisms
• On street Parking redesign for the segment of Hamilton street between Queens Chapel and Ager Rd.
• Improved road for alley behind Hamilton Street between Ager Rd and Queens Chapel Road
General Design:
• Inclusion street art/painted street designs to add vibrancy and define neighborhood overall look and feel
• Wayfinding and signage for various parks, police station, other resources located in the general vicinity
• Traffic pattern, safety, and parking for the West Hyattsville transit corridor
I further move that the Interim Mayor and Council authorize the City Administrator to collaborate with all necessary agencies of Prince George’s County, The State of Maryland, and Maryland Park and Planning for the purpose of developing solutions where the City is not directly responsible for the maintenance or design of a parcel or roadway.
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Summary Background:
Population growth in the immediate West Hyattsville metro area has placed increased demand on local roads and resources including Kirkwood Park, Nicholson Street, Ager Rd entry, and Hamilton Street. As the area is an intersection of City, County, and State roads. This study will assist the city in determining best use of City roads and assist the Council in providing recommendations to the State and County.
Next Steps:
Council discussion and staff evaluation.
Fiscal Impact:
$100,000 in FY23
City Administrator Comments:
The City can support this request. The FY23 budget includes funding for a Traffic/Transporation Engineer and funding for design and construction for West Hyattsville in the FY23 budget. The proposal addresses several items from the 2018 City Wide Transportation Study and as a result of growth and traffic patterns will address several transportation issues that were not included in the Transportation Study or the West Hyattsville Road Reconstruction Design and Construction presentation. Some of the action items of this request are not on City roadways and may require additional research to confirm funding levels. An initial budget of $100,000.00 is reasonable for this request.
Community Engagement:
Outreach and participation from area residents and businesses
Strategic Goals:
Goal 3 - Promote a Safe and Vibrant Community
Legal Review Required?
N/A