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Pedestrian Crossing Issues
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The Los Alamos Planning and Zoning Commission has approved the Final Subdivision Plat for 161 new residential lots and one commercial lot, located on the north side of State Road 4, NM 4, west of the Visitor Center in White Rock. The project, formerly known as A-19, is now named Mirador. It is anticipated that house construction could begin before the end of this year. The project reflects several years of planning and review, including the White Rock Center Master Plan & Economic Development Strategy.
During the course of their review, the Commission raised concerns in regard to safe crossing of NM4 by pedestrians and bicyclists. Directly across that road are several key activity, educational and retail centers that would attract new residents of Mirador. In response to those concerns, Public Works staff members Eric Martinez and Dan Erickson presented a “toolbox” of pedestrian crossing options to the Commission. The Commission was reassured by knowing that there are alternatives to a full traffic signal and that the Public Works staff, as well as the Transportation Board, will monitor the project and consider options to ensure pedestrian safety.
Anyone wishing to review the complete staff report and attachments can do so through the County’s online link to the P&Z meeting of April 11, 2018.
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A - Presentation by Terry Priestley and Tamara Baer
B - Presentation by Eric Martinez and Dan Erickson