Item: Atlanta (Fulton)
A reader is worried about a dangerous grate near Emory and the Centers for Disease Control on Houston Mill Road.
The reader said the situation has been there for years, with varied spray markings, but there has never been a repair.
“It could be a real hazard to a cyclist or motorcyclist. I tried sending to ATL411, but no luck,” the reader added.
We sent the issue to the city and will keep you updated.
Days on list: 2
Who’s looking into it: City of Atlanta Department of Public Works Commissioner James Jackson, 404-330-6240, jamesjackson@atlantaga.gov
Item: Atlanta (Fulton)
Ron Brooks is concerned about a noisy new device meant to help pedestrians.
“Recently a pedestrian signaling device was installed at 10th St. NW and Atlantic Drive NW. It beeps and talks and is annoyingly loud. It is not the pedestrians who violate the crosswalk, it is the scooters and bikers, and also autos running the red light constantly, speeding down 10th St. Can the volume on this device at least be adjusted?” he questioned.
We forwarded the issue to the city and will let you know when its quieter.
Days on list: 2
Who’s looking into it: City of Atlanta Department of Public Works Commissioner James Jackson, 404-330-6240, jamesjackson@atlantaga.gov
Item: Atlanta (Fulton)
A commuter has an issue with signage.
“I work at the airport and I have traveled from International Parkway to Fayette County every work day for the last eight years. I take Loop Road to 285 to 85 South. I emailed you about the need for better signage a few years ago and I think you installed some,” the reader wrote.
But the reader said the problem is that people on 285 westbound, exiting at 85 South, have no idea which lane to be in as they approach 85 South.
“Install painted placards on the road just like the ones installed on 85/75 North split after leaving downtown. This would help 285/85 traffic and prevent accidents. Lots of accidents at the 285/85 South split. The signs are ineffective and something has to be done.”
We sent the item to the DOT and will keep you updated.
Days on list: 2
Who’s looking into it: Georgia Department of Transportation spokeswoman Natalie Dale, ndale@dot.ga.gov
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