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Harrisonburg: Study to address transportation on Chicago Avenue, Waterman Drive

Crystal Graham
Chicago Avenue Harrisonburg Virginia
Chicago Avenue, submitted photo

The City of Harrisonburg is evaluating the transportation and stormwater needs along Chicago Avenue and Waterman Drive.

Harrisonburg Public Works will host an open house to get input from people who walk and bike along these corridors on Tuesday, Oct. 15, from 4 to 6 p.m. The open house will be held at the Price Rotary Senior Center at 309 S. Dogwood Dr.

The study will specifically look at Chicago Avenue between Rockingham Drive and Mount Clinton Pike and along Waterman Drive between West Market Street and Chicago Avenue.

Multiple alternatives and safety improvements are being evaluated to address needs for people walking and cycling. Drainage and flooding concerns along Waterman Drive are also being evaluated as part of this study.

“We know there are multiple ways in which the infrastructure on sections of Chicago Avenue and Waterman Drive could be improved,” said Harrisonburg Public Works Director Tom Hartman. “We look forward to hearing the thoughts of those who live or work in the neighborhood, and others who travel on these streets, regarding potential options for improvements.”

Attendees of the open house will have the opportunity to:

  • View informational displays
  • Speak directly with city staff about current corridor experiences
  • Share thoughts about transportation and stormwater infrastructure options along the corridor
  • Express thoughts and questions through a public questionnaire that will be available during and after the event

This project is currently in the study phase and funding has not yet been secured for this project.

For more information, visit www.harrisonburgva.gov/chicago-waterman-corridors-study.

Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

Crystal Abbe Graham is the regional editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, she has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of Virginia Tonight, a nightly TV news show on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television.