The Leesburg Residential Traffic Commission meeting on March 4, 2025, focused on pressing traffic and parking issues affecting local neighborhoods. Key discussions included petitions from the Loudoun Hills Community Association and concerns raised by business owners on South King Street.
Representatives from the Loudoun Hills Community Association presented three petitions aimed at improving parking and traffic safety in their area. One petition requested a restriction on the number of parking permits issued to residents of Meadows Lane Northeast, which is part of Parking Zone 14. Another petition sought to include a section of Fort Evans Road Northeast into Parking Zone 14 to enhance parking management. Additionally, the association advocated for the installation of a traffic light at the intersection of Fort Evans Road Northeast and Meadows Lane Northeast, citing visibility issues when exiting the neighborhood. The commission acknowledged the need for further evaluation of these requests and plans to add the traffic light discussion to future meeting agendas.
In a separate matter, Alana Wang, a business owner on South King Street, addressed parking challenges caused by construction workers occupying four parking spots in front of her businesses. Wang highlighted that the lack of regulation has made it difficult for her patients, particularly the elderly, to access her establishment. She proposed converting these spots into two-hour parking to facilitate turnover. The commission agreed to work directly with the contractor and site inspector to address the issue and promised to provide Wang with contact information for further assistance.
The meeting underscored the ongoing challenges of managing traffic and parking in Leesburg, with the commission committed to evaluating and addressing these community concerns in upcoming sessions.