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City Of Richland Continues Neighborhood Traffic Safety Improvements - 06/25/26

The City of Richland is continuing efforts to improve safety in residential neighborhoods through its Neighborhood Traffic Safety (NTS) Program, with construction of new traffic calming improvements scheduled this summer on Long Avenue, Forest Avenue, and Queensgate Drive.

 

The Neighborhood Traffic Safety Program is designed to improve safety and quality of life in residential areas by reducing vehicle speeds, discouraging cut-through traffic, and addressing transportation safety concerns identified by residents and evaluated by City staff. The program supports the City's Vision Zero initiative, which aims to eliminate serious injury and fatal traffic crashes through a comprehensive approach focused on education, enforcement, engineering, emergency services, and equity.

 

"This program allows the City to make targeted improvements in neighborhoods where traffic safety concerns have been identified and evaluated," said Carlo D'Alessandro, Public Works Director. "These projects help create safer streets for everyone, including people walking, biking, driving, and accessing neighborhood destinations."

 

Construction is planned at the following locations:

• Forest Avenue north of McMurray Street – Installation of speed humps
• Long Avenue between Stevens Drive and Swift Boulevard – Installation of speed humps
• Queensgate Drive between Shockley Road and Summit Street – Installation of choker curbs designed to narrow the roadway and encourage slower vehicle speeds

 

Work at all three locations is expected to occur between now and August 31, 2026, with schedules subject to weather and contractor availability.

 

Residents can expect temporary traffic impacts during construction, including lane restrictions, reduced speeds, and short-term access adjustments near active work zones. The City encourages motorists to use caution, follow posted signage, and watch for construction crews working in the area.

 

The project is being completed by Allstar Construction Group, Inc.

 

The Neighborhood Traffic Safety Program uses a data-driven evaluation process to identify and prioritize projects based on factors such as vehicle speeds, traffic volumes, roadway characteristics, crash history, and available funding. The program focuses on existing residential local and collector streets throughout Richland.

 

For more information about the Neighborhood Citywide Traffic Calming Enhancements, visit richlandwa.gov/Projects or contact the Public Works Department at 509-942-7500.

City Of Richland Continues Neighborhood Traffic Safety Improvements - 06/25/26

The City of Richland is continuing efforts to improve safety in residential neighborhoods through its Neighborhood Traffic Safety (NTS) Program, with construction of new traffic calming improvements scheduled this summer on Long Avenue, Forest Avenue, and Queensgate Drive.

 

The Neighborhood Traffic Safety Program is designed to improve safety and quality of life in residential areas by reducing vehicle speeds, discouraging cut-through traffic, and addressing transportation safety concerns identified by residents and evaluated by City staff. The program supports the City's Vision Zero initiative, which aims to eliminate serious injury and fatal traffic crashes through a comprehensive approach focused on education, enforcement, engineering, emergency services, and equity.

 

"This program allows the City to make targeted improvements in neighborhoods where traffic safety concerns have been identified and evaluated," said Carlo D'Alessandro, Public Works Director. "These projects help create safer streets for everyone, including people walking, biking, driving, and accessing neighborhood destinations."

 

Construction is planned at the following locations:

• Forest Avenue north of McMurray Street – Installation of speed humps
• Long Avenue between Stevens Drive and Swift Boulevard – Installation of speed humps
• Queensgate Drive between Shockley Road and Summit Street – Installation of choker curbs designed to narrow the roadway and encourage slower vehicle speeds

 

Work at all three locations is expected to occur between now and August 31, 2026, with schedules subject to weather and contractor availability.

 

Residents can expect temporary traffic impacts during construction, including lane restrictions, reduced speeds, and short-term access adjustments near active work zones. The City encourages motorists to use caution, follow posted signage, and watch for construction crews working in the area.

 

The project is being completed by Allstar Construction Group, Inc.

 

The Neighborhood Traffic Safety Program uses a data-driven evaluation process to identify and prioritize projects based on factors such as vehicle speeds, traffic volumes, roadway characteristics, crash history, and available funding. The program focuses on existing residential local and collector streets throughout Richland.

 

For more information about the Neighborhood Citywide Traffic Calming Enhancements, visit richlandwa.gov/Projects or contact the Public Works Department at 509-942-7500.