Forest Avenue Pedestrian Crossings
Summary
The council approved a modification keeping 75% state funding for York Street design, and heard first reading of a similar agreement for Forest Avenue pedestrian crossings; a resident urged faster project delivery and attention to narrow sidewalks.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 3
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Oct 5, 2026, up from 1 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
City match of $56,250 for York Street design, with the state paying $168,750.
Pedestrians, cyclists and transit users on York Street and Forest Avenue.
Mentions & discussions (6)
Sustainability and Transportation Committee - Oct 21, 2026
A Vision Zero program update and a discussion of a proposed median strip ordinance were scheduled. Vision Zero aims to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries citywide — changes that affect how fast and safely people can drive, walk and bike on Portland streets.
City Council - Oct 19, 2026
Another $17,000 in city money (state pays 80%) keeps the Forest Avenue crossing project moving toward full design — an area with dangerous intersections for pedestrians.
City Council - Oct 5, 2026
The council approved a modification keeping 75% state funding for York Street design, and heard first reading of a similar agreement for Forest Avenue pedestrian crossings; a resident urged faster project delivery and attention to narrow sidewalks.
City Council - Aug 24, 2026
MaineDOT is paying 100% of replacing 14 traffic signals on State, High, and Forest Avenue, and the partnership agreement would add the city's two-way conversion plans and enhanced bike facilities on State Street. First reading only — the vote comes later.
City Council - May 18, 2026
Two state-city partnership agreements were approved to improve Brighton Avenue and Forest Avenue.
Planning Board - May 12, 2026
With 33 new households relying on the bus, the project includes a repositioned crosswalk with a flashing beacon, upgraded bus stops, and roughly 215 feet of reconstructed sidewalk along one of the city's busiest arterials.
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