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Project to Benefit Elementary and Middle School Students in Upper Marlboro
What:
Design is underway for roadway and pedestrian safety improvements on MD 223 (Woodyard Road) in Prince George’s County for Melwood Elementary and James Madison Middle schools.
When:
Tuesday, December 1 between 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Where:
Melwood Elementary School - Cafeteria
7100 Woodyard Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
(SHA presentation is part of Melwood PTA Monthly Meeting schedule)
Information:
Proposed design elements include adding sidewalks on both sides of MD 223; replacing or relocating signs, crosswalk signals and pavement markings; stormwater and drainage improvements; and adding an acceleration/deceleration lane on northbound MD 223.
Area residents are encouraged to attend Tuesday’s meeting and provide feedback to the SHA design team. Final design activities and approvals are expected to be complete spring 2016.
Those with questions or in need of translation services may call Ms. Sarah Gentner, P.E., Project Manager at 301-513-7474 or 1-800-749-0737. She may also be reached at
sgentner@sha.state.md.us.
Media is asked to confirm with SHA Office of Customer Relations if planning to attend the meeting. If county public schools are closed, the meeting will be held on January 5, 2016.
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