Public street and sidewalk improvements
Public alley to Academy Street
Figure 9 | Potential Public Street and Sidewalk Improvements C. Transportation and Utilities The city’s adopted 2014 Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP) classifies Church Street and Sunset Avenue as minor thoroughfares and Salisbury Street as a major thoroughfare in need of improvements due to capacity issues. The plan also recommends a future bus route provide deviated fixed route service to and from the redevelopment area. Existing sidewalks generally are in good condition in the area although the CTP does recommend enhanced maintenance for segments on Salisbury Street. The CTP also proposes the installation of new sidewalks adjacent to the Norfolk Southern property. Due south of the redevelopment planning area, Church Street was converted from a four-lane to three-lane cross-section with wider lanes and “shared lane” markings to accommodate bicycle traffic. Sewer service to the redevelopment area is provided via 8” outfalls. Water service is provided through a network of 6-10” water mains. Water pressure is adequate and existing fire hydrants are sufficient for fire suppression. As is typical in most downtowns of older cities, the sewer and water infrastructure is aged but is upgraded when required or opportunities arise; no utility improvements beyond general maintenance are necessary or proposed to implement this plan. 15
