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Atlanta has officially commenced the Fairburn Road Complete Street Project with a groundbreaking ceremony. This $33.2 million initiative aims to enhance roadway conditions, safety, and accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists, addressing long-standing issues that residents have faced, particularly concerning potholes. The project will include important infrastructure improvements such as new bike lanes, share-use paths, and upgraded traffic signals. Construction is set to last for several months, with completion expected by fall 2025. Local leaders emphasize the project’s significance for community engagement and urban enhancement.
Atlanta – A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Monday to signal the commencement of the Fairburn Road Complete Street Project, a significant infrastructure effort with a budget of $33.2 million. This extensive project will span approximately three miles, covering Fairburn Road from Mays Crossing in southwest Atlanta to Bolton Road in northwest Atlanta.
The Fairburn Road Complete Street Project will incorporate major roadway enhancements, including the resurfacing of the road, the creation of share-use paths, the installation of bicycle lanes, as well as the construction of curbs and sidewalks. Additionally, crews will upgrade traffic signals and intersections, improve landscaping, and enhance drainage systems, addressing long-standing concerns from residents regarding road safety and maintenance.
Atlanta’s Mayor underscored the project’s purpose to improve road conditions and enhance safety for both pedestrians and cyclists. He pointed out that this initiative represents a significant opportunity for community engagement and urban enhancement in Atlanta.
Residents along Fairburn Road have expressed dissatisfaction over road conditions for years, especially concerning potholes that have made travel difficult and unsafe. The Fairburn Road Complete Street Project is expected to alleviate these issues while promoting safer transit for all road users—drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike. Local leaders highlighted that this initiative is part of a broader city commitment to ensuring equity in transportation and infrastructure development.
In addition to improving road safety, the project aims to address the historical lack of pedestrian access in many neighborhoods along Fairburn Road. By enhancing infrastructure supporting all forms of transport, officials anticipate reconnecting communities that have been underserved in the past.
Councilmember Andrea Boone commented on the groundbreaking ceremony as a milestone for the local community, reinforcing the project’s importance in enhancing overall connectivity and safety in the area. Construction is expected to continue for several months, with completion aimed for by the fall of 2025.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed about construction timelines and provide feedback throughout the project’s duration. Overall, the Fairburn Road Complete Street Project is anticipated to foster improvements in roadway conditions and quality of life for all residents in the vicinity.
This project not only focuses on immediate improvements but also seeks to pave the way for a more sustainable and accessible infrastructure landscape in Atlanta. By addressing both vehicular and non-vehicular needs, the project represents a comprehensive approach to addressing road safety and community connectivity.
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