Five Ideas for Frederick Road in Catonsville
A group of community leaders met with State Highway Administration officials to discuss options.
By Penny Riordan, Patch
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1. Adding more pedestrian crosswalks: SHA officials said the only funding for Main Street improvements are funding sources that make ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) improvements and improve pedestrian safety. An example of a more visible crosswalk is outside the Catonsville Library.
2. Expanded sidewalks for outdoor seating for restaurants: The idea has been proposed by local real estate agents Kirby Spencer and George Brookhart and was discussed at the meeting, but any expansion of sidewalks for outdoor seating would also involve partnerships with the county and local business leaders.
3. Improved signage reminding motorists of pedestrian and bicycle traffic: Some of these improvements will occur as part of the county's long-term pedestrian and bicycle plan for the area.
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