The Leesburg Residential Traffic Commission meeting on March 4, 2025, highlighted critical traffic safety concerns and proposed improvements for the town's intersections. The meeting focused on a recent traffic study that analyzed data from September 2023, revealing significant insights into accident patterns and traffic flow in the area.

The study examined nine signalized and 23 unsignalized intersections, with a total of 2,216 crashes recorded over the past five and a half years. Alarmingly, one fatal crash was reported, attributed to a driver running a red light. The data indicated that 70% of crashes resulted in property damage only, while 27% involved injuries. The most frequent types of collisions were angle crashes, making up 46% of the total incidents.

Key intersections identified as critical for safety improvements included East Market Street and Catoctin Circle, as well as North King Street and North Street. The study also assessed traffic operations, revealing that several intersections currently operate at a failing level of service, particularly during peak hours.

To address these issues, the commission discussed immediate low-cost safety measures, such as installing backplates with retroreflective yellow borders for signal heads, adding flashing yellow arrows, and implementing audible pedestrian signals. Recommendations for unsignalized intersections included re-striping pavement markings and improving signage.

The meeting underscored the town's commitment to enhancing traffic safety and efficiency, with plans to implement these recommendations in the near future. As Leesburg continues to grow, these proactive measures aim to ensure safer travel for all residents and visitors.