Summit County plans Old Lincoln Highway safety improvements with new signage and striping

The Summit County Eastern Planning Commission meeting on February 1, 2024, focused on proposed safety improvements for Old Lincoln Highway. Key discussions centered around the installation of road striping and signage aimed at enhancing driver awareness and safety.

Commission members reviewed an outline of proposed conditions for the road improvements, which include the installation of center striping to identify passing zones and shoulder stripes to narrow lane widths. Additionally, the plan includes the placement of speed limit signs indicating 25 and 35 miles per hour, as well as pavement markings at both ends of the 25-mile-per-hour zone to alert drivers to speed changes. Eight signs are also planned to designate passing zones along the highway.

The commission expressed confidence that these outlined conditions would be incorporated into the approval process, ensuring that the safety measures align with ongoing applications and do not conflict with existing regulations. The discussion highlighted the importance of coordinated efforts with Summit County Engineers to finalize the details of the safety enhancements.

Overall, the proposed changes aim to improve traffic safety on Old Lincoln Highway, reflecting the commission's commitment to addressing community concerns regarding road conditions. Further steps will be taken to solidify the agreement and implement the outlined improvements.