WHAT:
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will hold a public open house to discuss various proposed traffic improvements along M-29 in the city of St. Clair. The suggested changes would address traffic operation improvements and safety for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians.

MDOT plans to include discussion of a proposed road diet from Clinton Avenue to the north city limit, changing the current four-lane roadway into a three-lane road with a dedicated center left-turn lane. Exhibits for potential changes to the existing on-street parking will also be available for comment, including an option for reverse angle parking.

WHO:
Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) officials
Interested residents and business owners

WHEN:
Wednesday, May 2, 2018  5 – 7 p.m.

WHERE:
St. Clair City Hall
547 North Carney Drive
St. Clair

Accommodations can be made for persons with disabilities and limited English speaking ability. Large print materials, auxiliary aids or the services of interpreters, signers, or readers are available upon request. Please call 517-373-9534 to request at least seven days before meeting date.

BACKGROUND: MDOT has commissioned a study of the M-29 corridor from Clinton Avenue to Brown Street to evaluate roadway improvements that will increase safety for pedestrians and bicyclists, increase mobility, provide traffic calming, and be easily implemented. The options presented will be implementable in single locations or throughout the entire corridor.