PUBLIC HEARING. for State Road (S.R.) 5/U.S. 1 Roundabout at Old Dixie Highway Flagler County, Florida. Financial Project ID No.

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1 for State Road (S.R.) 5/U.S. 1 Roundabout at Old Dixie Highway Flagler County, Florida Financial Project ID No.:

2 Welcome to the Public Hearing for State Road (S.R.) 5/U.S. 1 Roundabout at Old Dixie Highway Flagler County, Florida Financial Project ID No.:

3 Title VI Public participation is solicited without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability or family status. Persons wishing to express their concerns relative to FDOT compliance with Title VI may do so by contacting either: DeLand Office Tallahassee Office Florida Department of Transportation Florida Department of Transportation District Five Title VI Coordinator State Title VI Coordinator Jennifer Smith Jacqueline Paramore 719 South Woodland Boulevard 605 Suwannee Street, Mail Station 65 DeLand, Florida Tallahassee, Florida (386) (850) All inquiries or complaints will be handled according to FDOT procedure and in an expeditious manner. 3

4 The environmental review, consultation, and other actions required by applicable federal environmental laws for this project are being, or have been, carried out by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) pursuant to 23 U.S.C. 327 and a Memorandum of Understanding dated December 14, 2016 and executed by the Federal Highway Administration and FDOT. 4

5 Governing Legislation: Section , F.S. Meetings, Hearings, and Workshops Section , F.S. Government in the Sunshine Law Section , F.S. Transportation Projects Modifying Access to Adjacent Property Section F.S. Transportation Planning Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1986 and other Nondiscrimination Laws 49 CFR Part 24, Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition for Federal and Federally Assisted Programs. 5

6 Public Hearing Purpose: Pursuant to Florida Statute , the Florida Department of Transportation is conducting this public hearing regarding the proposed design of a roundabout at the intersection of S.R. 5/U.S. 1 and Old Dixie Highway. The department is designing this project to improve safety and mobility at the intersection. To present the proposed roundabout and to receive public input. 6

7 Project Limits The project limits along U.S. 1 extend from south of Old Dixie Highway to north of Old Dixie Highway. A distance of approximately one half mile. 7

8 Existing Conditions History of angle crashes Crashes resulting in fatalities Flagler County and residents requesting safety improvements Proposed Roundabout Improves safety Maintains traffic flow on U.S. 1 Provides better operation and safety performance 8

9 What is a Modern Roundabout? Accommodates vehicles of all sizes (including trucks and buses) Yields to circulating traffic at entry Raised center island controls traffic flow Reduces speed There is no parking within the circular intersection 9

10 Traffic Operations at the Roundabout Year

11 Benefits of a Roundabout: Reduction in severe angle crashes 90% reduction in fatalities 68% reduction in injuries Slower speed allows increased reaction time Reduces delay and improves traffic flow Cost efficient no additional right of way will be required 11

12 Vehicle Conflict Point Comparison Safety Benefits Traffic Signal 32 conflict points 16 crossing points Roundabout 8 conflict points No crossing points 12

13 How do Bicyclists use a Roundabout? Proceed as a motorist by continuing with traffic through the roundabout. When bicyclists continue with traffic, the same laws apply to them that apply to motor vehicles; yielding to currently circulating traffic. 13

14 More information about roundabouts is available online on the FDOT website at: 14

15 Proposed Median Modifications: Full median opening 600 feet south of the central island to remain Includes a southbound leftturn lane Northbound right turn lane and northbound auxiliary lane serving Old Dixie Highway and S.R. 325 will be removed 15

16 Proposed Median Modifications: Median openings to Old Dixie Highway, County Road 325 and Trojan Road will be closed Southbound left turn lane and median auxiliary lane will be removed Full Median Opening 900 feet north of the central island will be modified to allow for U Turns Add northbound left turn lane 16

17 Access Management Full Median Opening 18 conflict points Closed Median Opening No conflict points 17

18 U Turns Safer than direct left turns Reduces the potential for accidents Fatalities reduced by 27% Crash rates reduced by 18% 18

19 Drainage Improvements: Improve stormwater drainage system Maintain existing drainage patterns Add new inlets to accommodate additional pavement area Comply with local jurisdictions and the St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) 19

20 Landscaping: Provides a focal point to reduce headlight glare, improve safety, and enhance traffic calming Meets all FDOT Roundabout guidelines for sight lines and clear zones Low maintenance design and seasonal interest for commuters Water truck irrigation with hook up points to provide a safe alternative for watering plant material throughout the establishment period 20

21 Lighting Improvements: New LED lighting within the proposed roundabout All roadway approaches will have lighting for vehicular traffic FDOT maintains lighting within the county and FDOT right of way Coordination with utility agency owners Minimize construction impacts Power company for service connections Ensure existing lighting to adjacent properties is maintained 21

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23 Go Finding more information about this project online is as easy as Go to the project website on 2. Enter the project number in the search box at the top right 3. Then click on go 23

24 How can you participate? Provide your comments verbally during the public comment period. Fill out a comment form and drop it in the comments box at the comments table. Take a comment form with you and mail it to the address shown on the form. your comments to Ms. Heidi Trivett at heidi.trivett@dot.state.fl.us Make a comment to the court reporter. Use the Ask a Question button on the CFL Roads website, on the S.R. 5 web page. All comments received by January 29, 2018 will become part of the official public hearing record. 24

25 To make a verbal public statement after the presentation: 1) Ask for a speaker request card at the sign in table 2) Fill out the card with your name, address and phone number, and who you are representing 3) Give the card back to a member of the project team 4) You will be called to give your verbal statements into a microphone 5) Please limit your comments to two minutes. Speaker Request Card Number To be completed prior to making a recorded Statement January 18, 2018 State Road (S.R.) 5/U.S. 1 Roundabout at Old Dixie Highway, Flagler County, Florida Financial Project ID No.: PLEASE PRINT: Name: Last First Middle Initial Address: Street City State Zip Code Telephone: ( ) Area Code Representing: Self Firm Government Agency Civic Organization Homeowners Association Other 25

26 Written Comments: Comment forms are available at the sign in table. You may fill them out and hand them in tonight, or Take them with you and mail them to the address provided on the form. 26

27 If you have questions or would like more information, you may also contact one of the following: Ms. Heidi Trivett FDOT Project Manager 719 South Woodland Boulevard DeLand, Florida Telephone: Mr. Roman Blanco, P.E. Consultant Project Manager 1650 Prudential Drive, Suite 400 Jacksonville, Florida Telephone:

28 THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THIS PROJECT! 28

29 THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN THIS PROJECT! 29