Lakewood Moves Complete Streets Initiative
Key Questions
What is the Lakewood Moves Complete Streets Initiative?
The initiative prioritizes pedestrian, bicycle, and transit improvements in Lakewood following the repeal of prior policies. It encompasses multiple infrastructure projects focused on safety and accessibility across the city.
What safety measures are part of the West Colfax project?
The project adds mid-block crossings to create designated pedestrian areas and make crossings more predictable for drivers. This follows a fatal pedestrian crash at Colfax and Independence.
What improvements are planned for W. 20th Avenue from Quail to Nelson?
The project installs sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and storm sewer inlets and pipes on the south side of 20th Avenue. It runs from Quail Street Park to Nelson Street.
What other construction projects are underway in Lakewood?
Ongoing work includes sewer installation on Clifton and Riverside from May 26 to February 27, gas line work on Raintree in Ward 4 from April 29 to May 20, and improvements along Hayden and Airport amid RTD capital projects.
How does the initiative relate to recent pedestrian incidents?
A pedestrian was killed in a crash in Lakewood, prompting renewed focus on safety. The Complete Streets approach aims to reduce such risks through better infrastructure for non-motorized users.
Ped/bike/transit prioritized post-repeal; Colfax/Independence fatal crash; new West Colfax Safety Project with mid-block crossings; W20th Vance-Teller & new Quail-Nelson sidewalks/curbs/sewer; Clifton/Riverside May26-Feb27 sewer; Raintree/Ward 4/29-5/20 gas; Hayden/Airport; capital amid RTD.