On Tuesday, Aug. 11, from 7-9 p.m., the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold a virtual (online only) public hearing to discuss the proposed traffic calming improvements along Pooks Hill Road in Bethesda. The public will have an opportunity to ask questions.
The 0.4-mile section of Pooks Hill Road connecting Linden Avenue to MD 355 (Rockville Pike), is classified as a neighborhood street and has a posted speed limit of 25 mph. Following a review of the crash history, traffic speeds, and traffic/pedestrian volumes along Pooks Hill Road, MCDOT has identified several improvements to enhance safety for all roadway users.
The proposed improvements include installing longitudinal bar crosswalks at the existing pedestrian crossings and making pavement-marking changes to narrow the travel way and provide bicycle lanes. Some existing parking areas will be repurposed to accommodate bicycle lanes, and concrete islands will be installed in parking-restricted areas to reinforce sign messaging. Double-yellow centerline markings will be added along a short section of Pooks Hill Road to better organize opposing traffic flow. These improvements have been developed in response to concerns regarding vehicle speeds and unsafe driving behavior, pedestrian crossing safety at intersections, and violations of on-street parking restrictions.
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Details about the virtual meeting are listed below:
Join via MS Teams: Pooks Hill Road Traffic Safety Improvements | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Dial-in:+1 443-692-5768 Phone conference ID: 662 622 025#
During the meeting, MCDOT Traffic Engineering representatives will[DE1] [UN2] share the proposed traffic safety improvements along Pooks Hill Road and provide opportunities for questions and feedback. Invitations will be sent to affected communities, civic groups, and homeowner associations along Pooks Hill Road.
The public is encouraged to view the project map and concept plan and provide feedback by Tuesday, Aug. 25, by email to PooksHillRoad@montgomerycountymd.gov.
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