4th and 5th Street Improvements Pilot Project
The City of Grand Junction and Downtown Grand Junction have launched a pilot project designed to reduce speeds on 4th and 5th Streets that will increase safety for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians. Rendering examples of how each street will be reconfigured are provided and you can provide your input by responding to the short poll, leaving a question or comment. Before asking a question, please review the FAQs to see if information about that topic has already been provided.
What does each corridor look like in the pilot?
Planning done in the 1980s helped to lay the foundation for designs developed for 2024 that are currently being implemented. These were based on how the City has grown and how downtown has evolved for more pedestrians and use by cyclists in addition to motorists driving in for business, shopping, a cold beverage, or a meal.
Blocks between North Ave. and Ute Ave. on 4th and 5th Streets will undergo a transformation for the pilot phase of the project changing traffic flow from two lanes to one. The original study completed in 2022 had contemplated two lanes instead of one. In 2023, at the request of downtown merchants, the City's consultant evaluated a single-lane configuration which confirmed from a traffic volume standpoint, that a single lane on 4th Street and 5th Street would work in the context of the entire downtown street network. This single-lane design accommodated diagonal parking to remain. The graphics below are examples of the pilot design for 4th and 5th streets, allowing adjustments to be made as plastic bollards and paint are currently used.
4th Street (Downtown example)
5th Street (Downtown example)
Notable Changes Include (updated Sept.9):
City Leadership reviewing project plans for 5th Street
- The turning radius at various corners has been modified based on feedback from the original 4th Street design
- Additional diagonal parking will be provided along the west side of 5th Street south of Grand Ave.
- Bike lanes will be added and buffered by parallel parking on both 4th St. and 5th St.
- Angled parking will remain on the left side of both 4th St. and 5th St. in the downtown area
- Reduction to a one-lane, one-way configuration on both 4th St. and 5th St. between North Ave. and Ute Ave
- Belford Ave. is converted to a two-way street between 4th St. and 5th St.
- A westbound bike lane is added to the north side of Belford Ave. and parking is restricted to only the south side between 4th St. and 5th St.
- Travel lanes were adjusted from the original 11 ft. width to 18 ft. creating more room for car doors on either side and providing more room for drivers to navigate around parallel parking vehicles. The Fire Department initially reviewed the designs and since operating emergency vehicles has recommended the increase in travel lane
- Select parking spaces will be restriped to "no parking zone" to increase pedestrian ability to view oncoming traffic, two specifically in concern are along Colorado Ave.
- Three parking spaces near St. Regis will be restored in order to maintain self-waiting areas for riders
Living Streets Mural Project
As a part of the 4th and 5th Street Project, the Living Streets subcommittee, Community Development, and Parks and Recreation Departments are looking for temporary street murals to be painted along these corridors. The Artist submission closed on Friday, August 23.
4th Street North of Main (space will be split into two)
5th Street South of Main
5th Street South of White
The City of Grand Junction and Downtown Grand Junction have launched a pilot project designed to reduce speeds on 4th and 5th Streets that will increase safety for motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians. Rendering examples of how each street will be reconfigured are provided and you can provide your input by responding to the short poll, leaving a question or comment. Before asking a question, please review the FAQs to see if information about that topic has already been provided.
What does each corridor look like in the pilot?
Planning done in the 1980s helped to lay the foundation for designs developed for 2024 that are currently being implemented. These were based on how the City has grown and how downtown has evolved for more pedestrians and use by cyclists in addition to motorists driving in for business, shopping, a cold beverage, or a meal.
Blocks between North Ave. and Ute Ave. on 4th and 5th Streets will undergo a transformation for the pilot phase of the project changing traffic flow from two lanes to one. The original study completed in 2022 had contemplated two lanes instead of one. In 2023, at the request of downtown merchants, the City's consultant evaluated a single-lane configuration which confirmed from a traffic volume standpoint, that a single lane on 4th Street and 5th Street would work in the context of the entire downtown street network. This single-lane design accommodated diagonal parking to remain. The graphics below are examples of the pilot design for 4th and 5th streets, allowing adjustments to be made as plastic bollards and paint are currently used.
4th Street (Downtown example)
5th Street (Downtown example)
Notable Changes Include (updated Sept.9):
City Leadership reviewing project plans for 5th Street
- The turning radius at various corners has been modified based on feedback from the original 4th Street design
- Additional diagonal parking will be provided along the west side of 5th Street south of Grand Ave.
- Bike lanes will be added and buffered by parallel parking on both 4th St. and 5th St.
- Angled parking will remain on the left side of both 4th St. and 5th St. in the downtown area
- Reduction to a one-lane, one-way configuration on both 4th St. and 5th St. between North Ave. and Ute Ave
- Belford Ave. is converted to a two-way street between 4th St. and 5th St.
- A westbound bike lane is added to the north side of Belford Ave. and parking is restricted to only the south side between 4th St. and 5th St.
- Travel lanes were adjusted from the original 11 ft. width to 18 ft. creating more room for car doors on either side and providing more room for drivers to navigate around parallel parking vehicles. The Fire Department initially reviewed the designs and since operating emergency vehicles has recommended the increase in travel lane
- Select parking spaces will be restriped to "no parking zone" to increase pedestrian ability to view oncoming traffic, two specifically in concern are along Colorado Ave.
- Three parking spaces near St. Regis will be restored in order to maintain self-waiting areas for riders
Living Streets Mural Project
As a part of the 4th and 5th Street Project, the Living Streets subcommittee, Community Development, and Parks and Recreation Departments are looking for temporary street murals to be painted along these corridors. The Artist submission closed on Friday, August 23.
4th Street North of Main (space will be split into two)
5th Street South of Main
5th Street South of White
Leave city staff a question about the pilot project!
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Share No traffic counters again on 4th or 5th. No bikes on 3rd, 1 on 4th at 4th and Main, no bikes on 5th. Really nice day to. The White Queen famously tells Alice, "Why, sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast." This line highlights her acceptance of the absurd and the illogical, which is a recurring theme in Carroll's works. Through the Looking Glass. The White Queen experiences time in reverse. She remembers events before they happen and forgets them afterward. This is evident when she talks about "jam tomorrow and jam yesterday, but never jam today," illustrating the nonsensical nature of her existence. I think Carroll was talking about the City and bike lanes. on Facebook Share No traffic counters again on 4th or 5th. No bikes on 3rd, 1 on 4th at 4th and Main, no bikes on 5th. Really nice day to. The White Queen famously tells Alice, "Why, sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast." This line highlights her acceptance of the absurd and the illogical, which is a recurring theme in Carroll's works. Through the Looking Glass. The White Queen experiences time in reverse. She remembers events before they happen and forgets them afterward. This is evident when she talks about "jam tomorrow and jam yesterday, but never jam today," illustrating the nonsensical nature of her existence. I think Carroll was talking about the City and bike lanes. on Twitter Share No traffic counters again on 4th or 5th. No bikes on 3rd, 1 on 4th at 4th and Main, no bikes on 5th. Really nice day to. The White Queen famously tells Alice, "Why, sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast." This line highlights her acceptance of the absurd and the illogical, which is a recurring theme in Carroll's works. Through the Looking Glass. The White Queen experiences time in reverse. She remembers events before they happen and forgets them afterward. This is evident when she talks about "jam tomorrow and jam yesterday, but never jam today," illustrating the nonsensical nature of her existence. I think Carroll was talking about the City and bike lanes. on Linkedin Email No traffic counters again on 4th or 5th. No bikes on 3rd, 1 on 4th at 4th and Main, no bikes on 5th. Really nice day to. The White Queen famously tells Alice, "Why, sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast." This line highlights her acceptance of the absurd and the illogical, which is a recurring theme in Carroll's works. Through the Looking Glass. The White Queen experiences time in reverse. She remembers events before they happen and forgets them afterward. This is evident when she talks about "jam tomorrow and jam yesterday, but never jam today," illustrating the nonsensical nature of her existence. I think Carroll was talking about the City and bike lanes. link
No traffic counters again on 4th or 5th. No bikes on 3rd, 1 on 4th at 4th and Main, no bikes on 5th. Really nice day to. The White Queen famously tells Alice, "Why, sometimes I've believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast." This line highlights her acceptance of the absurd and the illogical, which is a recurring theme in Carroll's works. Through the Looking Glass. The White Queen experiences time in reverse. She remembers events before they happen and forgets them afterward. This is evident when she talks about "jam tomorrow and jam yesterday, but never jam today," illustrating the nonsensical nature of her existence. I think Carroll was talking about the City and bike lanes.
Bradley asked 6 days agoThank you for your feedback regarding the pilot project.
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Share Where are the traffic counters on 4th and 5th St? I checked, light poles, traffic poles, electrical poles, bus benches, corner posts, electrical boxes, bike racks, art on the corner, fire hydrants. Did I miss something? Please give locations so that I can verify your claim. No bikes on 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th or Gunnison. Really nice day, too. I am not going to let you gaslight this issue nor am I going to pretend that the Governour has new clothes. on Facebook Share Where are the traffic counters on 4th and 5th St? I checked, light poles, traffic poles, electrical poles, bus benches, corner posts, electrical boxes, bike racks, art on the corner, fire hydrants. Did I miss something? Please give locations so that I can verify your claim. No bikes on 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th or Gunnison. Really nice day, too. I am not going to let you gaslight this issue nor am I going to pretend that the Governour has new clothes. on Twitter Share Where are the traffic counters on 4th and 5th St? I checked, light poles, traffic poles, electrical poles, bus benches, corner posts, electrical boxes, bike racks, art on the corner, fire hydrants. Did I miss something? Please give locations so that I can verify your claim. No bikes on 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th or Gunnison. Really nice day, too. I am not going to let you gaslight this issue nor am I going to pretend that the Governour has new clothes. on Linkedin Email Where are the traffic counters on 4th and 5th St? I checked, light poles, traffic poles, electrical poles, bus benches, corner posts, electrical boxes, bike racks, art on the corner, fire hydrants. Did I miss something? Please give locations so that I can verify your claim. No bikes on 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th or Gunnison. Really nice day, too. I am not going to let you gaslight this issue nor am I going to pretend that the Governour has new clothes. link
Where are the traffic counters on 4th and 5th St? I checked, light poles, traffic poles, electrical poles, bus benches, corner posts, electrical boxes, bike racks, art on the corner, fire hydrants. Did I miss something? Please give locations so that I can verify your claim. No bikes on 1st, 3rd, 4th, 5th or Gunnison. Really nice day, too. I am not going to let you gaslight this issue nor am I going to pretend that the Governour has new clothes.
Bradley asked 8 days agoThank you for your feedback regarding the pilot project. Traffic counters are located along 4th and 5th Street to capture traffic data. In addition, city staff are collecting accident data along the corridors.
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Share I am in total agreement with the negative views on the "woke Project" Lets not try to be a proxy Denver / Portland, etc. city. In the few times we have driven down once implemented, I have yet to see a bicycle. The desingn is confusing and ugly, more like a driving obstacle test course, I now refuse to use either of these streets, and almopst eliminated ant travel to downtown. The planners should be replaced, especially considering the this and the recent projects - e.g. round about on 24 1/2 road. The 2 lane merge with insufficient space will only casue rage as well as accidents. This is similar to the abrupt turn / straight lanes on 5th and Grand. The County needs to implement a bicycle tax (collected upn salers) to pay for this - I would assume this "Pilot" would not pass any City vote on a ballot. I also assume these comments are also in vain, as having attended several council planning meetings, the residents (and those directly impacted) concerns were quickly ignored, and the councils members minds were already made up prior to any hearings. The bottom line of revenue is their only goal. We will see how this pans out once the "pilot" is finished. Additionally, on your "quick poll" to be completely inclusive, you need to add a selection which states "Do not use now due to complexity and protest........ on Facebook Share I am in total agreement with the negative views on the "woke Project" Lets not try to be a proxy Denver / Portland, etc. city. In the few times we have driven down once implemented, I have yet to see a bicycle. The desingn is confusing and ugly, more like a driving obstacle test course, I now refuse to use either of these streets, and almopst eliminated ant travel to downtown. The planners should be replaced, especially considering the this and the recent projects - e.g. round about on 24 1/2 road. The 2 lane merge with insufficient space will only casue rage as well as accidents. This is similar to the abrupt turn / straight lanes on 5th and Grand. The County needs to implement a bicycle tax (collected upn salers) to pay for this - I would assume this "Pilot" would not pass any City vote on a ballot. I also assume these comments are also in vain, as having attended several council planning meetings, the residents (and those directly impacted) concerns were quickly ignored, and the councils members minds were already made up prior to any hearings. The bottom line of revenue is their only goal. We will see how this pans out once the "pilot" is finished. Additionally, on your "quick poll" to be completely inclusive, you need to add a selection which states "Do not use now due to complexity and protest........ on Twitter Share I am in total agreement with the negative views on the "woke Project" Lets not try to be a proxy Denver / Portland, etc. city. In the few times we have driven down once implemented, I have yet to see a bicycle. The desingn is confusing and ugly, more like a driving obstacle test course, I now refuse to use either of these streets, and almopst eliminated ant travel to downtown. The planners should be replaced, especially considering the this and the recent projects - e.g. round about on 24 1/2 road. The 2 lane merge with insufficient space will only casue rage as well as accidents. This is similar to the abrupt turn / straight lanes on 5th and Grand. The County needs to implement a bicycle tax (collected upn salers) to pay for this - I would assume this "Pilot" would not pass any City vote on a ballot. I also assume these comments are also in vain, as having attended several council planning meetings, the residents (and those directly impacted) concerns were quickly ignored, and the councils members minds were already made up prior to any hearings. The bottom line of revenue is their only goal. We will see how this pans out once the "pilot" is finished. Additionally, on your "quick poll" to be completely inclusive, you need to add a selection which states "Do not use now due to complexity and protest........ on Linkedin Email I am in total agreement with the negative views on the "woke Project" Lets not try to be a proxy Denver / Portland, etc. city. In the few times we have driven down once implemented, I have yet to see a bicycle. The desingn is confusing and ugly, more like a driving obstacle test course, I now refuse to use either of these streets, and almopst eliminated ant travel to downtown. The planners should be replaced, especially considering the this and the recent projects - e.g. round about on 24 1/2 road. The 2 lane merge with insufficient space will only casue rage as well as accidents. This is similar to the abrupt turn / straight lanes on 5th and Grand. The County needs to implement a bicycle tax (collected upn salers) to pay for this - I would assume this "Pilot" would not pass any City vote on a ballot. I also assume these comments are also in vain, as having attended several council planning meetings, the residents (and those directly impacted) concerns were quickly ignored, and the councils members minds were already made up prior to any hearings. The bottom line of revenue is their only goal. We will see how this pans out once the "pilot" is finished. Additionally, on your "quick poll" to be completely inclusive, you need to add a selection which states "Do not use now due to complexity and protest........ link
I am in total agreement with the negative views on the "woke Project" Lets not try to be a proxy Denver / Portland, etc. city. In the few times we have driven down once implemented, I have yet to see a bicycle. The desingn is confusing and ugly, more like a driving obstacle test course, I now refuse to use either of these streets, and almopst eliminated ant travel to downtown. The planners should be replaced, especially considering the this and the recent projects - e.g. round about on 24 1/2 road. The 2 lane merge with insufficient space will only casue rage as well as accidents. This is similar to the abrupt turn / straight lanes on 5th and Grand. The County needs to implement a bicycle tax (collected upn salers) to pay for this - I would assume this "Pilot" would not pass any City vote on a ballot. I also assume these comments are also in vain, as having attended several council planning meetings, the residents (and those directly impacted) concerns were quickly ignored, and the councils members minds were already made up prior to any hearings. The bottom line of revenue is their only goal. We will see how this pans out once the "pilot" is finished. Additionally, on your "quick poll" to be completely inclusive, you need to add a selection which states "Do not use now due to complexity and protest........
DonBrad1589 asked 9 days agoThank you for your feedback regarding the pilot project. City staff will continue to review all input regarding the corridors.
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Share I own a business downtown, and I visit the post office daily. I drive 4th and 5th Streets daily. I have lived in the City my entire (68) life. I find the changes to 4th and 5th Streets to be very positive and needed. I have less trouble parking briefly at the post office and I have less trouble navigating the streets. I do ride a bike, but previously avoided downtown due to the lack of marked lanes and I found it dangerous. I look forward to using the new lanes to access the riverfront path next summer. I assume the white posts are temporary and I look forward to permanent curb and landscaping which will probably resolve many of the current complaints. It took foresight and courage to make these changes - keep up the good work! on Facebook Share I own a business downtown, and I visit the post office daily. I drive 4th and 5th Streets daily. I have lived in the City my entire (68) life. I find the changes to 4th and 5th Streets to be very positive and needed. I have less trouble parking briefly at the post office and I have less trouble navigating the streets. I do ride a bike, but previously avoided downtown due to the lack of marked lanes and I found it dangerous. I look forward to using the new lanes to access the riverfront path next summer. I assume the white posts are temporary and I look forward to permanent curb and landscaping which will probably resolve many of the current complaints. It took foresight and courage to make these changes - keep up the good work! on Twitter Share I own a business downtown, and I visit the post office daily. I drive 4th and 5th Streets daily. I have lived in the City my entire (68) life. I find the changes to 4th and 5th Streets to be very positive and needed. I have less trouble parking briefly at the post office and I have less trouble navigating the streets. I do ride a bike, but previously avoided downtown due to the lack of marked lanes and I found it dangerous. I look forward to using the new lanes to access the riverfront path next summer. I assume the white posts are temporary and I look forward to permanent curb and landscaping which will probably resolve many of the current complaints. It took foresight and courage to make these changes - keep up the good work! on Linkedin Email I own a business downtown, and I visit the post office daily. I drive 4th and 5th Streets daily. I have lived in the City my entire (68) life. I find the changes to 4th and 5th Streets to be very positive and needed. I have less trouble parking briefly at the post office and I have less trouble navigating the streets. I do ride a bike, but previously avoided downtown due to the lack of marked lanes and I found it dangerous. I look forward to using the new lanes to access the riverfront path next summer. I assume the white posts are temporary and I look forward to permanent curb and landscaping which will probably resolve many of the current complaints. It took foresight and courage to make these changes - keep up the good work! link
I own a business downtown, and I visit the post office daily. I drive 4th and 5th Streets daily. I have lived in the City my entire (68) life. I find the changes to 4th and 5th Streets to be very positive and needed. I have less trouble parking briefly at the post office and I have less trouble navigating the streets. I do ride a bike, but previously avoided downtown due to the lack of marked lanes and I found it dangerous. I look forward to using the new lanes to access the riverfront path next summer. I assume the white posts are temporary and I look forward to permanent curb and landscaping which will probably resolve many of the current complaints. It took foresight and courage to make these changes - keep up the good work!
charlesreams asked 13 days agoThank you for your feedback regarding the pilot project improvements!
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Share The changes to 5th St. near Main St. and Colorado Ave. are extremely dangerous. There is not enough time or awareness for drivers to merge into the "straight" lane from the left turn lane. People panic when they see they need to merge and cut people off to continue going straight. I drive 5th St. every day to go to work. Since the changes, I have almost been involved in several accidents and witnessed one accident there. Every morning I get past the bridge, then almost get rear ended because several people merge at the last minute which creates a huge line of traffic on the bridge of cars trying to stop in time. Please take a look at this spot and consider adding signage earlier on telling people to merge into the "straight" lane or brainstorming another solution to remove this hazard. on Facebook Share The changes to 5th St. near Main St. and Colorado Ave. are extremely dangerous. There is not enough time or awareness for drivers to merge into the "straight" lane from the left turn lane. People panic when they see they need to merge and cut people off to continue going straight. I drive 5th St. every day to go to work. Since the changes, I have almost been involved in several accidents and witnessed one accident there. Every morning I get past the bridge, then almost get rear ended because several people merge at the last minute which creates a huge line of traffic on the bridge of cars trying to stop in time. Please take a look at this spot and consider adding signage earlier on telling people to merge into the "straight" lane or brainstorming another solution to remove this hazard. on Twitter Share The changes to 5th St. near Main St. and Colorado Ave. are extremely dangerous. There is not enough time or awareness for drivers to merge into the "straight" lane from the left turn lane. People panic when they see they need to merge and cut people off to continue going straight. I drive 5th St. every day to go to work. Since the changes, I have almost been involved in several accidents and witnessed one accident there. Every morning I get past the bridge, then almost get rear ended because several people merge at the last minute which creates a huge line of traffic on the bridge of cars trying to stop in time. Please take a look at this spot and consider adding signage earlier on telling people to merge into the "straight" lane or brainstorming another solution to remove this hazard. on Linkedin Email The changes to 5th St. near Main St. and Colorado Ave. are extremely dangerous. There is not enough time or awareness for drivers to merge into the "straight" lane from the left turn lane. People panic when they see they need to merge and cut people off to continue going straight. I drive 5th St. every day to go to work. Since the changes, I have almost been involved in several accidents and witnessed one accident there. Every morning I get past the bridge, then almost get rear ended because several people merge at the last minute which creates a huge line of traffic on the bridge of cars trying to stop in time. Please take a look at this spot and consider adding signage earlier on telling people to merge into the "straight" lane or brainstorming another solution to remove this hazard. link
The changes to 5th St. near Main St. and Colorado Ave. are extremely dangerous. There is not enough time or awareness for drivers to merge into the "straight" lane from the left turn lane. People panic when they see they need to merge and cut people off to continue going straight. I drive 5th St. every day to go to work. Since the changes, I have almost been involved in several accidents and witnessed one accident there. Every morning I get past the bridge, then almost get rear ended because several people merge at the last minute which creates a huge line of traffic on the bridge of cars trying to stop in time. Please take a look at this spot and consider adding signage earlier on telling people to merge into the "straight" lane or brainstorming another solution to remove this hazard.
Liv asked 15 days agoThank you for your feedback regarding the pilot project. City staff are continuously reviewing input from the community to capture data and monitor any accidents.
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Share Thank you for putting public safety first! I knew a child who was hit by a speeding car while biking on a residential street, and I think this infrastructure will literally save lives. I know change is hard to get used to, but I also know that we all want safer streets for our children and communities. I would love to see more protected bike lanes installed on Facebook Share Thank you for putting public safety first! I knew a child who was hit by a speeding car while biking on a residential street, and I think this infrastructure will literally save lives. I know change is hard to get used to, but I also know that we all want safer streets for our children and communities. I would love to see more protected bike lanes installed on Twitter Share Thank you for putting public safety first! I knew a child who was hit by a speeding car while biking on a residential street, and I think this infrastructure will literally save lives. I know change is hard to get used to, but I also know that we all want safer streets for our children and communities. I would love to see more protected bike lanes installed on Linkedin Email Thank you for putting public safety first! I knew a child who was hit by a speeding car while biking on a residential street, and I think this infrastructure will literally save lives. I know change is hard to get used to, but I also know that we all want safer streets for our children and communities. I would love to see more protected bike lanes installed link
Thank you for putting public safety first! I knew a child who was hit by a speeding car while biking on a residential street, and I think this infrastructure will literally save lives. I know change is hard to get used to, but I also know that we all want safer streets for our children and communities. I would love to see more protected bike lanes installed
Gwen asked 16 days agoThank you for your feedback regarding the pilot project improvements! The City is dedicated to improving and providing transportation needs that meet the community's needs.
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Share I love the improvements to 4th and 5th Street! It makes it feel much safer to bike!! Thank you!! on Facebook Share I love the improvements to 4th and 5th Street! It makes it feel much safer to bike!! Thank you!! on Twitter Share I love the improvements to 4th and 5th Street! It makes it feel much safer to bike!! Thank you!! on Linkedin Email I love the improvements to 4th and 5th Street! It makes it feel much safer to bike!! Thank you!! link
I love the improvements to 4th and 5th Street! It makes it feel much safer to bike!! Thank you!!
KayleeBaylee asked 15 days agoThank you for your feedback regarding the pilot project improvements!
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Share Hello, I love these changes, and really appreciate that the city is willing to make changes to improve safety. Can we expect similar changes on other streets? It's great, and it would be great if changes like this could encapsulate a higher percentage of people's commutes. on Facebook Share Hello, I love these changes, and really appreciate that the city is willing to make changes to improve safety. Can we expect similar changes on other streets? It's great, and it would be great if changes like this could encapsulate a higher percentage of people's commutes. on Twitter Share Hello, I love these changes, and really appreciate that the city is willing to make changes to improve safety. Can we expect similar changes on other streets? It's great, and it would be great if changes like this could encapsulate a higher percentage of people's commutes. on Linkedin Email Hello, I love these changes, and really appreciate that the city is willing to make changes to improve safety. Can we expect similar changes on other streets? It's great, and it would be great if changes like this could encapsulate a higher percentage of people's commutes. link
Hello, I love these changes, and really appreciate that the city is willing to make changes to improve safety. Can we expect similar changes on other streets? It's great, and it would be great if changes like this could encapsulate a higher percentage of people's commutes.
GJresident1 asked 16 days agoThank you for your feedback regarding the pilot project improvements! Currently, there are no plans to expand the pilot however the City is dedicated to improving transportation needs for all of our community. Stay engaged on this platform to be notified of other projects.
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Share I use the 4th and 5th street bike lanes daily. They feel well designed and easy to use. When I drive down 5th from highway 50 the bollards keep my attention on the road and my speed controlled. My experience is that this project is working as designed. More controlled, intentional driving. More opportunities for bike commuting. One less car parking downtown everyday. The murals are a thoughtful touch. Great project. I do agree with a number of posters below that the bollards can seem unsightly. Is it in the plan to install permanent infrastructure, concrete bump outs, like we have on main street? I'd like to see the project move forward. on Facebook Share I use the 4th and 5th street bike lanes daily. They feel well designed and easy to use. When I drive down 5th from highway 50 the bollards keep my attention on the road and my speed controlled. My experience is that this project is working as designed. More controlled, intentional driving. More opportunities for bike commuting. One less car parking downtown everyday. The murals are a thoughtful touch. Great project. I do agree with a number of posters below that the bollards can seem unsightly. Is it in the plan to install permanent infrastructure, concrete bump outs, like we have on main street? I'd like to see the project move forward. on Twitter Share I use the 4th and 5th street bike lanes daily. They feel well designed and easy to use. When I drive down 5th from highway 50 the bollards keep my attention on the road and my speed controlled. My experience is that this project is working as designed. More controlled, intentional driving. More opportunities for bike commuting. One less car parking downtown everyday. The murals are a thoughtful touch. Great project. I do agree with a number of posters below that the bollards can seem unsightly. Is it in the plan to install permanent infrastructure, concrete bump outs, like we have on main street? I'd like to see the project move forward. on Linkedin Email I use the 4th and 5th street bike lanes daily. They feel well designed and easy to use. When I drive down 5th from highway 50 the bollards keep my attention on the road and my speed controlled. My experience is that this project is working as designed. More controlled, intentional driving. More opportunities for bike commuting. One less car parking downtown everyday. The murals are a thoughtful touch. Great project. I do agree with a number of posters below that the bollards can seem unsightly. Is it in the plan to install permanent infrastructure, concrete bump outs, like we have on main street? I'd like to see the project move forward. link
I use the 4th and 5th street bike lanes daily. They feel well designed and easy to use. When I drive down 5th from highway 50 the bollards keep my attention on the road and my speed controlled. My experience is that this project is working as designed. More controlled, intentional driving. More opportunities for bike commuting. One less car parking downtown everyday. The murals are a thoughtful touch. Great project. I do agree with a number of posters below that the bollards can seem unsightly. Is it in the plan to install permanent infrastructure, concrete bump outs, like we have on main street? I'd like to see the project move forward.
abavier asked 17 days agoThank you for your feedback regarding the pilot project improvements! If the pilot proceeds, more permanent structures will be implemented.
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Share I agree the posts and paint are very distracting, as are the new parking spaces at intersections, specifically 4th Street at Colorado. Traveling east on Colorado at 4th requires you to pull out into traffic without seeing traffic headed south. It is very dangerous. I don't mind going slower if I can GO. I find myself waiting in traffic often. on Facebook Share I agree the posts and paint are very distracting, as are the new parking spaces at intersections, specifically 4th Street at Colorado. Traveling east on Colorado at 4th requires you to pull out into traffic without seeing traffic headed south. It is very dangerous. I don't mind going slower if I can GO. I find myself waiting in traffic often. on Twitter Share I agree the posts and paint are very distracting, as are the new parking spaces at intersections, specifically 4th Street at Colorado. Traveling east on Colorado at 4th requires you to pull out into traffic without seeing traffic headed south. It is very dangerous. I don't mind going slower if I can GO. I find myself waiting in traffic often. on Linkedin Email I agree the posts and paint are very distracting, as are the new parking spaces at intersections, specifically 4th Street at Colorado. Traveling east on Colorado at 4th requires you to pull out into traffic without seeing traffic headed south. It is very dangerous. I don't mind going slower if I can GO. I find myself waiting in traffic often. link
I agree the posts and paint are very distracting, as are the new parking spaces at intersections, specifically 4th Street at Colorado. Traveling east on Colorado at 4th requires you to pull out into traffic without seeing traffic headed south. It is very dangerous. I don't mind going slower if I can GO. I find myself waiting in traffic often.
5thStDriver asked 17 days agoThank you for your feedback regarding the pilot project. If the project proceeds, the potential to remove the temporary plastic and install a more permanent structure is ideal. The pilot added seven parking spaces on 4th Street in the downtown area with the redesign of the traffic lane.
FAQs
- What does the pilot project mean?
- Why is the City of Grand Junction making changes to 4th and 5th Street?
- What are the changes being made?
- What can commuters expect to see?
- Why is this a pilot?
- What is planned for the construction?
- Can changes be made during the pilot phase?
- How will reducing both 4th and 5th Street be able to accommodate future traffic needs?
- How much did this project cost?
- What is the change in amount of parking spaces for this pilot?
- What parking changes have been implemented during the pilot?
Lifecycle
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Background
4th and 5th Street Improvements Pilot Project has finished this stage- Downtown Plan of Development 1981 and the 2019 Vibrant Together Master Plan highlighted importance of improving 4th and 5th Streets
- Collaboration with DDA
- Public Meetings 2021
- Feasibility Study 2022
- Design 2022
- Public input 2023
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First Phase
4th and 5th Street Improvements Pilot Project has finished this stageThe first phase of the project includes minor concrete curb work, chipseal, and restriping prior to the launch of the pilot.
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Pilot Phase
4th and 5th Street Improvements Pilot Project has finished this stageDuring the pilot phase, vehicle traffic will be narrowed to one way, one lane street (4th and 5th). A bike lane protected by (existing) parallel parking will be constructed on the right hand side of the street. Diagonal parking on the left hand side will remain.
- Chipseal the week of July 22, due to be complete by July 27
- Restriping week of July 29 - will take 3-4 weeks
- 4th Street and North to 4th St. and Ute Ave.
- 3rd week 5th Street and Ute to 4th St. and North Ave
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Community Input
4th and 5th Street Improvements Pilot Project is currently at this stageOnce the pilot phase is complete, community input is encouraged through Engage GJ tools, community feedback sessions, and experiencing the pilot concept. This phase is also an opportunity to gather data for both corridors.
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