An important opportunity has arisen for Bike Riders and pathway users in Eagle River, Alaska, to influence local transportation development. Your voice is crucial in ensuring that upcoming infrastructure projects cater to the needs of cyclists and pedestrians. The Anchorage Metropolitan Area Transportation Solutions (AMATS) is currently seeking public comments on proposed amendments to their Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and this includes a project directly benefiting bike riders.
The focus is on Amendment #3 to AMATS TIP, specifically concerning highway funding that aims to enhance the main Eagle River exit at the Artillery Road Interchange. Crucially, this project, titled NHS0013 Glenn Highway and Artillery Road Interchange Improvements, is anticipated to not only upgrade road infrastructure but also complete a vital link in the Glenn Highway Pathway. Currently, bike riders using the Glenn Highway Pathway face a disjointed section at the Artillery Road Interchange, often navigating through parking lots and side streets to rejoin the path.
This new project proposes a comprehensive reconstruction of the interchange to improve safety and efficiency for all users, including bike riders and pedestrians. Key improvements include bridge replacement, sidewalks and pathways, and ADA facilities. This initiative effectively merges two previously identified projects: NMO202* Glenn Highway Pathway Connection at Artillery Road and CPS047* Artillery Road Interchange Reconstruction, ensuring a unified approach to both road and pathway enhancements.
Image highlighting the need for public comments to support improvements for bike riders and pedestrian pathways at the Glenn Highway and Artillery Road Interchange in Eagle River, Alaska.
To ensure this vital project moves forward and prioritizes the needs of bike riders, your comments are essential. You can express your support by referencing project NHS0013 Glenn Highway and Artillery Road Interchange Improvements and highlighting the importance of the Glenn Highway Pathway connection for cyclists and the community. Comments are due by March 20th, 2025, and can be submitted to [email protected]. Let your voice be heard and help make Eagle River more bike-friendly.
