Project overview

The project will make traffic safety improvements along 11th Ave S from 17th St E to 4th St S.

Intersection safety improvements will focus on:

• 11^th Ave S & 17^th St E
• 11^th Ave S & 15^th St E

Safety improvements at intersections and along corridor may include:

• Curb extensions
• Pedestrian refuge islands
• Signal or flashing beacon
• Striping changes
• Protected bikeway

View Elliot Park Traffic Safety project concept layout

Project goals

Project goals include the following:

• Improve safety for people walking and rolling

• Make it easier to cross at intersections

• Reduce car travel speeds and unsafe driving

• Provide a safe and comfortable bicycle route

Project timeline

2025: Planning and community engagement

2026: Design

2027: Construction

Community engagement

Past engagement

Engagement included an online survey, table pop-ups, office hours, open house, and other outreach efforts.

• Phase 1 engagement: April to August 2025
  • Inform stakeholders about the project and solicit input on needs and priorities.

• Phase 2 engagement: August to October 2025
  • Present feedback to date and facilitate community input on concept layout options.

• Phase 3 engagement: November 2025 to April 2026
  • Inform stakeholders on any progress or changes and close the loop on feedback to date.

The project is currently in detailed design.