Three-lane redesign of Main Street and Colorado Boulevard
Summary
A proposal to convert downtown Main Street from four lanes to three was shelved after mixed public feedback, but a public process to prioritize Safety Action Plan projects is coming.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 6, 2026.
Impact analysis
No decision made; costs of a demo project not yet determined.
Pedestrians downtown if traffic-slowing measures are eventually adopted.
Businesses and commuters concerned about congestion under a three-lane configuration.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Apr 6, 2026
A proposal to convert downtown Main Street from four lanes to three was shelved after mixed public feedback, but a public process to prioritize Safety Action Plan projects is coming.
City Council - Mar 16, 2026
Staff clarified that the Safety Action Plan only recommends trying a three-lane configuration on Colorado Boulevard as a demo — not a permanent change. Business owners will be consulted before any decision, and it could be reverted after two to three years.
City Council - Mar 11, 2026
Staff want to pilot converting four lanes to three downtown, citing a 47% crash reduction and room for turn lanes and the bike lane. Council members want peak-hour traffic data and downtown business input before deciding.
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