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“There have been many experts – city planners – brought in to design this project. One thing is for certain – they love grids and 90 degree angles. Our town is hilly, it twists and turns- imperfect-, but it is what makes Greenwich so beautiful.” – Leslie Petrick Continue Reading →
The commission voted to approve improvements at Fawcett/Grigg and Havemeyer/Arch. Conditions included removal of dining patios outside Meli-Melo and Hinoki. Continue Reading →
“With this “enter-at-the-corner” design, drivers see pedestrians mass at the corner and are often unable to tell which way a pedestrian intends to cross. This situation is worse when there is heavy pedestrian traffic. The drivers’ confusion can cause them to enter the intersection believing pedestrians are crossing the other way. As a result the drivers may be forced to stop suddenly or make emergency maneuvers causing accidents. You can watch this happen at Elm Street.” – Michael Spilo Continue Reading →
On Wednesday night the Historic District Commission discussed in detail Greenwich Avenue intersection improvements proposed at Havemeyer/Arch from a historic point of view. Continue Reading →
“With the high volume of pedestrians, it is important that vehicles drive slowly through the intersections. A Complete Street element incorporated in this project is the use of curb extensions (bump-outs).” – Amy Siebert and Jim Michel Continue Reading →
The improvements are intended to make the intersection safer for pedestrians given police are no longer stationed to direct traffic from 9-5, to calm traffic and to add green space. Continue Reading →