This has been discussed before but I don't see any recognition of the dangerous traffic situation on Rt One through the Arts District. I realize there are SHA powers at play but I would think the City would be looking to implement some measure to address the issue. In particular, a safe crossing at Longfellow and Rt. One to connect pedestrians to the retail areas and to the trails as well as traffic calming measures to minimize the accidents.

I am completely opposed to the idea of connecting 39th Avenue to Nicholson Street. While it is true that eliminating dead end roads can create more convenient ways to get around the neighborhood, and redistribute traffic, it also eliminates low-traffic spaces that residents make use of on a regular basis. In this particular case, the cul-de-sac where 39th Ave terminates near Madison Ave is used by neighborhood children for recreational purposes. The fact that this is low traffic area has also made it ideal for the annual block party and, this year, the Soap Box Derby race. I question the wisdom of spending money on a feasibility study in this location in the first place. There are houses dividing the 39th Ave termination point and Nicholson Ave. How could the city possibly connect these two roads given the current situation?

There is no safe passage for cyclists or pedestrians along Route 1/Rhode Island Ave between the southern end of the Trolley Trail and the Anacostia trail system. Installing a sidewalk and bike lane along this stretch would make so many people happy - especially with all the new businesses coming in along Route 1. I can't believe it's not part of the draft plan.