Pinellas Surveys Residents About Plans For 54th Avenue North

ST. PETERSBURG, FL -- Pinellas County is conducting an online survey to gather feedback from residents about proposed improvements to 54th Avenue North between 34th Street North and 49th Street North in Lealman.

Input from citizens will help county planners and engineers develop a Complete Streets Plan for 54th Avenue North, which is being prepared with other roadway improvement plans as part of the Linking Lealman Action Plan. The aim is to enhance safety and mobility for all modes of transportation, including bicycles and walking.

The Complete Streets Plan also supports redevelopment and other planning efforts in the area, including “green infrastructure” strategies that leverage existing and proposed recreational amenities such as Joe’s Creek Greenway Park and the Pinellas Trail east-west extension. Green infrastructure is a method of development that allows rainwater to filter through vegetation and soil rather than running into storm drains.

The 54th Avenue North corridor has been divided into two segments. The west segment extends from 49th Street North to the railroad track, and the east segment extends from the railroad track to 34th Street North. Two alternatives are being considered for the west segment and three for the east.

To take the survey, click here.

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