Outcomes

An action plan laying out next steps was completed at the conclusion of the site visit. The three key elements to come out of the NMW assistance are working with the Idaho Transportation Department
(ITD) on the proposed 3-lane cross section of US 95 in the South Hill area, to continue working on a long- term bypass concept and addressing local connectivity in South Hill. The participants identified short term action items with timeframes to complete within 1 to 3 months, including the acquisition of right-of-way, identifying a preferred cross-section and providing community-supported comments to Idaho Transportation Department on the project charter regarding the proposed US 95 corridor project. Medium (3 to 6 months) and longer-term (6 to 12 months) action items were also identified to realistically implement all of the community’s goals for the South Hill neighborhood.

Some key recommendations from the report include:

• Offering a strategic approach to working with the Idaho Department of Transportation that discusses land widths and bypass options.
• Increase local circulation at strategic cross-points along the Highway.
• Enhance highway crossings to make pedestrians more visible and safe.[bf_connectivity]
• Connectivity analysis
• Develop a wayfinding signage networks to enhance navigation.

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