Saint Mary's County Planning Commission mandates traffic study update for St. Andrews Church Road project

The St. Mary's County Planning Commission took a significant step forward during its meeting on April 26, 2010, by addressing concerns related to traffic impacts from the St. Mary's Crossing development. A supplementary motion was introduced to ensure that the commission would review an updated traffic study before final approval of the project.

Commissioner Guazu highlighted an omission in the minutes from a previous meeting regarding the traffic implications of the development. He proposed that staff bring back the project for further discussion once the new traffic study is completed. This motion aims to provide the commission with the necessary information to assess the potential impacts on St. Andrews Church Road and the surrounding area.

Director Jared Verlage expressed support for the motion, emphasizing the importance of understanding traffic impacts as part of the decision-making process. The commission clarified that this action does not reopen the case but allows for an advisory role in the director's findings regarding adequate public facilities.

The motion received unanimous support, with one dissenting vote from Commissioner Seabird. This decision underscores the commission's commitment to ensuring that developments are thoroughly evaluated for their impact on local infrastructure, particularly in terms of traffic safety and flow.

As the commission moves forward, the updated traffic study will be crucial in guiding future discussions and decisions regarding the St. Mary's Crossing project, reflecting the community's ongoing focus on responsible development and public safety.