Letter: As people push back against UDOT's proposed I-15 widening, 'Smaller projects throughout the state deserve the same scrutiny.'
Smaller projects throughout the state deserve the same scrutiny. In my community of Kearns, UDOT is proposing raised medians to restrict left-hand turns along 5400 South from 4220 West to Northwest Avenue. This minor project would enhance safety for motorists but adds additional pedestrian barriers across the seven-lane road to the Kearns Library, a valuable community resource.
UDOT’s website states: “We are responsible for providing transportation choices through a multimodal transportation system that strengthens the economy and enhances quality of life in communities throughout the state.” If this were true every project study would have components built in for public and active transportation. Additionally, projects would not proceed unless air-quality benefits are demonstrated. The state Legislature should challenge UDOT to broaden its vision.
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