Community pushes for safer crossings on Highway 390
August 26, 2024 | Teton County, Wyoming
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During a recent government meeting, community members voiced their concerns and suggestions regarding transportation safety and infrastructure improvements, particularly along Highway 390 and the Wyoming 22 corridor.
Holly Pratt, a resident along Highway 390, highlighted the need for improved pedestrian safety measures, advocating for the implementation of crosswalks and possibly a stoplight to facilitate safer crossings for families in the area. She recounted a history of community advocacy that successfully led to the establishment of a pathway along the highway in the early 2000s and urged the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) to prioritize similar safety enhancements now.
Sam Petrie from Friends Pathways echoed Pratt's sentiments, emphasizing the isolation of neighborhoods from existing pathway networks due to heavy traffic on Highway 390. He noted that many families, particularly children, are unable to cross the road safely and called for the project to be expedited, especially as federal funding opportunities may arise in the future.
Amy Kushak from the Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance discussed ongoing projects aimed at improving traffic flow on Highway 22, suggesting that small, incremental improvements could effectively address congestion without necessitating a complete overhaul of the road. Jeff Gottlieb from the Responsible Growth Coalition raised concerns about WYDOT's plans for widening the highway, warning that such actions could lead to costly condemnation processes for land acquisition.
The meeting also touched on the importance of community engagement in the planning process. Several attendees suggested that a community forum could help prioritize local transportation needs, ensuring that the voices of residents are heard in future infrastructure decisions.
In response to the discussions, WYDOT representatives confirmed that the inclusion of pathways in the Highway 22 project is a priority and that they are open to community feedback regarding potential projects. The meeting concluded with a commitment to continue addressing safety concerns and improving transportation infrastructure in the region.
Holly Pratt, a resident along Highway 390, highlighted the need for improved pedestrian safety measures, advocating for the implementation of crosswalks and possibly a stoplight to facilitate safer crossings for families in the area. She recounted a history of community advocacy that successfully led to the establishment of a pathway along the highway in the early 2000s and urged the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) to prioritize similar safety enhancements now.
Sam Petrie from Friends Pathways echoed Pratt's sentiments, emphasizing the isolation of neighborhoods from existing pathway networks due to heavy traffic on Highway 390. He noted that many families, particularly children, are unable to cross the road safely and called for the project to be expedited, especially as federal funding opportunities may arise in the future.
Amy Kushak from the Jackson Hole Conservation Alliance discussed ongoing projects aimed at improving traffic flow on Highway 22, suggesting that small, incremental improvements could effectively address congestion without necessitating a complete overhaul of the road. Jeff Gottlieb from the Responsible Growth Coalition raised concerns about WYDOT's plans for widening the highway, warning that such actions could lead to costly condemnation processes for land acquisition.
The meeting also touched on the importance of community engagement in the planning process. Several attendees suggested that a community forum could help prioritize local transportation needs, ensuring that the voices of residents are heard in future infrastructure decisions.
In response to the discussions, WYDOT representatives confirmed that the inclusion of pathways in the Highway 22 project is a priority and that they are open to community feedback regarding potential projects. The meeting concluded with a commitment to continue addressing safety concerns and improving transportation infrastructure in the region.
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