to think before you speak, what a rude comment that was. this site is intended for people to raise issues that would make our communities better. Jim's issue, although costly, would greatly benefit the numerous motorists that are driving on this road daily. Getting this issue out there is better than keeping it to yourself, as you are suggesting.

I think it would be suffice to say that you should be the one to think before you "speak."

I would like to back up this issue as well please. There was already a lot of money spent to fix a growing problem called the heisley road traffic congestion. Did it fix the problem of traffic congestion on Heisley road, yes or no? I think that anybody would have to say no, they did not fix the traffic congestion on Heisley road. That is why I chose to back up the issue on Heisley road, thanks and God bless.
Karl.

The issue, it seems to me, is that Mentor always goes with the "cheaper way out" when they put in roads (ie. Diamond which is also 2 lanes and overwhelmed) and they are forced to turn around and expand them due to the heavy traffic. They obviously do it for financial reasons, but wouldn't it make more sense to do it right the first time.
Also, I like off this crowded corridor on Heisley and they spent tons of money (I'm assuming) to have it all surveyed. Why...if they were not going to do anything?
I would sure like the city council to start budgeting for this problem and set a timetable to get the project done.
Thanks.

Don't even think about it if it means adding traffic lights at Whalers Cove, Kathleen, and Lori Jean.

Heisley, on this stretch, is really only busy during heavy traffic times during the day (i.e. 5-530pm, etc). It isn't always congested. I live in whalers cove and rarely have a hard time (wait more than 3 mins) getting in/out of the development onto Heisley no matter what time I am trying to get out. I honestly think it is fine just the way it is.

You are SO RIGHT. Traffic lights would only compound an already difficult situation. Trying to get out of Whaler's Cove right now is already a "nightmare".

You are right that Mentor has spent money to have the area surveyed. Plans are being developed to allow for construction when/if state/federal funding becomes available. Don't count on anything soon, but don't think that Mentor doesn't want to do anything. It will happen when funding becomes available.

ah ha! I knew your comment came from someone in the city..ie: "finding the 5 to 10 Million..." I am SO glad that you are working on the issue. If you lived in Whalers or Bradenwood you would find it a "nightmare" as well as "dangerous when people jut out in frustration" to make a left onto Heisley. My hope/prayer is that you will find the funding soon before, God forbid, someone gets hurt or killed. Thanks for any/all efforts you are making to "fix the problem".

I dont know what you consider a nightmare but I, like the earlier poster, live in Whalers Cove, and yes I may have to wait more than 10 seconds to get out but it isn't ever longer than a couple of minutes. I have maybe seen 3 accidents outside of Whalers Cove in 18 years and they are from the result of a careless driver trying to push the limits. I say use money better suited elsewhere.

Wow...I have to disagree. I just came in and made a left hand turn into Whaler's and the traffic is backed up over the bend and it looked like almost to the hospital. Now can you imagine trying to get out now and making a left. There were 4 cars backed up waiting to get out.

i agree....

I am closing this because, as stated in an article in the News-Herald, this plan is approved and will begin sometime in 2013.

Just remember what it is like now, because everyone is going to complain when they have to put at least three more stop lights in because of this work (Whalers Cove, Kathleen Drive, new development next to Whalers Cove).

I don't see that they are going to add stop lights where you say. I haven't seen anything where they plan to do that. I see 4 lanes as ending the backups on Heisley Road and making it easier for everyone to get out...hence...no need for stop lights.