During a recent government meeting, transportation concerns took center stage as officials discussed the impact of local development on already congested roads. Councilman Cavanagh highlighted the challenges faced by Black Cat and 10 Mile roads, noting that both are currently overtaxed, with 10 Mile rated as an \"F\" for traffic conditions. He expressed frustration over the lack of immediate solutions, particularly for Black Cat, which he estimated would take eight to nine years to see any significant improvements.

Cavanagh pointed out specific issues on Black Cat, including segments without sidewalks and a problematic stop sign that contributes to traffic congestion. He emphasized that while these issues may not fall directly under the purview of the developers, the ongoing development in the area exacerbates existing problems.

In response, a representative from the development team explained that a full traffic impact study was not warranted due to the size of the project. However, they outlined plans to mitigate traffic issues by relocating access points from Black Cat to Pine Road, which is expected to improve safety and reduce congestion on Black Cat. The representative assured that the development would comply with the Ada County Highway District's requirements for right-of-way improvements, including sidewalks and curbs.

The discussion underscored the ongoing challenges of managing traffic in rapidly developing areas and the need for coordinated efforts to address infrastructure concerns.