Description
The intersection of Canal and Romeo Plank needs a traditional stop light. Traffic has doubled since the new library was constructed. And when the church services let out, or when there is a soccer or baseball game at the civic center, traffic is lined up at least 15 cars long in all directions. It wouldn't be so bad if drivers knew how to use the current 4-way-stop system.
14 Comments
Mike (Guest)
Major Tom (Guest)
What the intersection needs is a "Roundabout". They save time and gasoline for everyone.
For their own personal safety, and to protect other motorists and pedestrians, those that complain about roundabouts may want to consider getting into the backseat and let a more competent driver take you to Bingo!
Michele (Guest)
michigan48 (Guest)
Anonymous (Guest)
I can't image how were suppose to walk safely thru this intersection when it becomes a roundabout. People don't know how to use the roundabouts. .... A simple light would be so much easier and safer. But were talking Clinton Township...put those new lights at the corner of Garfield and Canal and see accidents there all the time now. And the new section of Cass!!....well, there is no sidewalks so I see people walking and biking in the street. How safe is that????
Road Commission of Macomb County (Guest)
The Road Commission of Macomb County has the resurfacing of Romeo Plank from Canal to Cass and the construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Romeo Plank and Canal. This project has been planned for years with 80% of the cost coming from federal funds that were applied for years ago, so this roundabout has been planned for years. We had the project on schedule for last year, but delays in right of way property purchasing and local funding resources postponed the project. We are scheduled to start the project later this summer.
Roundabouts are pedestrian friendly and include American Disability Association (ADA) ramps and islands (referred to as pedestrian refuge areas) so that walkers only have to cross one direction of traffic at a time.
Roundabouts are proven to be safer, more environmentally friendly, and more economical to maintain. We understand that motorists may take some time to get used to them, but the benefits are undeniable.
We encourage residents to contact the Road Commission at 586.463.8671 or at geninfo@rcmcweb.org with any road construction, maintenance, signal, etc. issues. Thank you.
kathyb (Guest)
mbalz (Guest)
Road Comm of Macomb County (Guest)
Here is the info I have on this project.
PROJECT START DATE: July 26, 2010
ESTIMATED COMPLETION DATE: November 15, 2010
DESCRIPTION: Road rehabilitation from Canal to Cass and roundabout construction at Romeo Plank and Canal. Thru traffic will be maintained in each direction, subject to delays. Intersection of Canal Road and Romeo Plank will be closed for 30 days and a detour will be posted (closure date to be determined).
If you would like to receive updates on this project, please request to be on our email list at geninfo@rcmcweb.org. All residents are welcome to contact us about any road issues at this email address. It is much quicker and easier for us to respond directly when resident email us directly. It is very difficult to monitor this SeeClickFix website and answer all entries.
mbalz (Guest)
Carol (Guest)
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Closed mickydom12 (Registered User)