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If the Shelton City Council gives final approval to approving a $1.3 million federal grant Sept. 3, a crosswalk would be moved to Olympic Highway South and Bellevue Avenue, next to Shelton Outfitters, shown at left center in photo. Rectangular rapid flashing beacons, high-visibility crosswalk markings, new signs, pavement markings and curb ramps would be installed. The sidewalk on the east side would be extended from Bellevue Avenue to Arcadia Avenue.
The City of Shelton is working to improve pedestrian and vehicular safety at some of the city's most dangerous crossings.
At its Aug. 20 meeting, the Shelton City Council gave preliminary approval to accepting a federal grant of almost $1.3 million for the design and construction of four Systemic Pedestrian Improvement Projects. The council can make the move official at its meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the Shelton Civic Center.
If passed, the grant will be used at four intersections.
At the intersection of Olympia Highway North and I Street, rectangular rapid flashing beacons, curb extensions,...
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