FHWA, in partnership with the Project for Public Spaces and Sevatec, is pleased to present a free webinar entitled “Fostering Livability on Commercial Highways and Arterial Streets.” The webinar explores strategies to improve the walkability, livability, and functionality of automobile-oriented commercial corridors. Such roadways are often challenged with conflicts between pedestrians and motorists, congestion, and traffic safety issues.
Speakers discussed local projects – including South Boulevard in Charlotte, NC and Bridgeport Way in University Place, WA – that are transitioning from automobile-dominated commercial roadways into multi-modal corridors. The speakers highlighted successful strategies including changes in infrastructure redesign, transit access, street design standards, and land use policy.
Jack Ecklund, P.E.
Director of Engineering and Capital Projects
City of University Place, WA
Danny Pleasant
Transportation Director
City of Charlotte, NC
Rodney Vaughn
Environmental Program Specialist
Federal Highway Administration, moderator
