The Regional Transportation Commission in partnership with the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) is requesting public participation in a survey to help assess the economic impacts of roadways where Complete Streets have been implemented. During the past few years, RTC has redesigned some area streets to improve safety and enhance access for all users such as bicyclists, transit riders, pedestrians and motorists. Studies indicate numerous safety benefits for Complete Street redesigns, including reducing vehicle crashes and pedestrian injuries/ fatalities. Yet there is minimal information about the economic impacts to businesses and homeowners such as property values, crime and vacancy rates.

The RTC has openings for its Citizens and Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committees. Volunteers provide input to guide the RTC’s plans for all aspects of surface transportation concerning roads, transit, bicycle and pedestrian issues. They help review RTC goals and objectives and offer feedback and recommendations which is beneficial to the RTC Board of Commissioners. Community participation is the foundation for the projects and programs RTC administers on behalf of the citizens of Washoe County.

Traffic control for the RTC SouthEast Connector project Phase 1 begins on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013 at the intersection of Greg Street and Sparks Blvd. Kiewit Construction will be improving the intersection by widening Sparks Blvd. and Greg Street to accommodate access to and from the new roadway. This traffic control will result in lane reductions for the safety of motorists and construction crews. Motorists are encouraged to use McCarran Blvd. and Vista Blvd. to access Greg Street. Business and emergency access will be maintained at all times.Work at the intersection is anticipated to last approximately six months.