Heads up, Saratoga Springs! Mountain View Road is closing for five weeks starting June 17th. Expect detours and plan your commute to avoid the hassle.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 3 the 60 before, 4 the 90 before that.
The developer is responsible for initial road improvements, but future signalization or median work may involve public or UDOT funding.
Local residents and commuters will gain new commercial services and improved road infrastructure.
Drivers may face increased congestion if traffic volumes exceed current projections.
13-year-old dies, two people hospitalized, after Saratoga Springs crash KSL TV 5
Residents expressed significant concerns about increased traffic congestion, particularly on Ring Road and Lariat Road, due to the proposed development and the potential for larger commercial uses. Evacuation routes during emergencies were also cited as a concern.
A contract was awarded for the widening of Saratoga Road and Pony Express to improve traffic flow and capacity in the city.
Concerns were raised about the safety and connectivity of trails, particularly near schools, with a call for more separated bike lanes to protect young users from vehicular traffic.
The city is moving forward with a significant road widening project on Saratoga Road and Pony Express Parkway by awarding a contract for construction management.
Concerns were raised about the safety of bike and scooter lanes adjacent to traffic on roads around the new high school. A resident and commissioners advocated for wider, separated paths to improve safety and align with city transportation goals.
The development includes plans for a new traffic signal at Redwood Road and Wildlife Boulevard and modifications to improve access for vehicles, including those with trailers, near the El Nautica RV Park.
Redwood Road in Saratoga Springs closes following crash KSL.com
Commissioners raised concerns about how new commercial developments will affect traffic flow and left-turn access on the busy Redwood Road corridor.
City officials clarify Mountain View closure timeline for Saratoga Springs residents KUTV
City officials clarify Mountain View closure timeline for Saratoga Springs residents KMYU
'Unforeseen conflicts' force five-week Mountain View closure in Saratoga Springs KUTV
'Unforeseen conflicts' force five-week Mountain View closure in Saratoga Springs KUTV
Police seek input from Saratoga Springs residents on placing speed trailers FOX 13 News Utah
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