Pedestrian safety near Hamilton Freshman School and NW Washington Boulevard
Hamilton
Summary
A resident flagged the five-foot sidewalk near a school on a busy, high-speed corridor, plus missing sidewalks on nearby corridors and a new intersection. Staff pointed to a ten-foot multi-use path, hawk crossing signals, curb bump-outs, and future safe-route planning.
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Last discussed Aug 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
While exact project costs aren't detailed yet, these street upgrades will likely be funded through local budgets and potential state or federal safety grants.
Students, pedestrians, and cyclists crossing and traveling the NW Washington corridor.
Pedestrians remain exposed until sidewalks and signals are installed, particularly outside city jurisdiction where none are planned.
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Planning Commission — 2026-08-20
A resident flagged the five-foot sidewalk near a school on a busy, high-speed corridor, plus missing sidewalks on nearby corridors and a new intersection. Staff pointed to a ten-foot multi-use path, hawk crossing signals, curb bump-outs, and future safe-route planning.
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