Summary
The council discussed advancing the 100% design phase for converting Roxboro and Mangum streets back to two-way traffic, a major step forward for Vision Zero safety goals. Residents and advocacy groups urged the city to maintain an ambitious design that prioritizes pedestrian and bicycle safety despite potential friction with NCDOT.
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Last discussed May 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
The full contract value is approximately $1.676 million, with increased participation allocated to minority subcontractors.
Cyclists, pedestrians, and downtown residents benefit from improved traffic calming and safer street corridors.
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