Marshall Road & Martens Street Intersection Improvements
We're making improvements to Marshall Road at Martens Street!
Proposed Improvements
The project includes design and construction of a traffic signal and associated improvements at the intersection of Marshall Rd & Martens St. The Marshall Road & Martens Street Intersection Improvements project seeks to address safety and operational issues and opportunities at this intersection.
The proposed improvements are anticipated to support transportation accessibility, connectivity, equity, mobility, safety, and sustainability. Key improvements include:
- Accessible curb ramps for people with varying abilities and mobility devices.
- Accessible pedestrian signals and pushbuttons complete with audible indications.
- Advance warning flashers to warn westbound motoristsContinue reading
We're making improvements to Marshall Road at Martens Street!
Proposed Improvements
The project includes design and construction of a traffic signal and associated improvements at the intersection of Marshall Rd & Martens St. The Marshall Road & Martens Street Intersection Improvements project seeks to address safety and operational issues and opportunities at this intersection.
The proposed improvements are anticipated to support transportation accessibility, connectivity, equity, mobility, safety, and sustainability. Key improvements include:
- Accessible curb ramps for people with varying abilities and mobility devices.
- Accessible pedestrian signals and pushbuttons complete with audible indications.
- Advance warning flashers to warn westbound motorists of a pending amber or red signal indication.
- Bicycle-friendly pushbuttons to help cyclists actuate the traffic signal from Martens Street.
- Marked pedestrian crossings at the traffic signal.
- Improved lighting at the intersection to ensure visibility of all road users at the intersection.
- Improved pedestrian waiting areas on the intersection corners to accommodate people with varying abilities and mobility devices.
- Reduced pedestrian crossing distances across Martens Street.
- Tactile walking surface indicators at all curb ramps.
- Traffic signal at Marshall Road & Martens Street to enable motorists to safely conduct left turns (Eastbound left turns, Southbound left turns) at the intersection.
- Traffic signal timing and programming.
City of Abbotsford Transportation and Transit Master Plan
The City's Transportation and Transit Master Plan (2018) pursues initiatives for localized intersection safety and operational improvements throughout the City. These intersection improvements are typically targeted projects that address the addition of dedicated turn lanes, traffic signals, installing pedestrian and bicycle signals, crosswalk upgrades, and/or installing new crosswalks. The Marshall Road & Martens Street Intersection Improvements project seeks to address existing and future potential safety and operational issues and opportunities at this intersection.
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Upcoming Pop-Up Event
Share Upcoming Pop-Up Event on Facebook Share Upcoming Pop-Up Event on Twitter Share Upcoming Pop-Up Event on Linkedin Email Upcoming Pop-Up Event linkThe City will be completing traffic signal upgrades to the Marshall Road and Martens Street intersection! We are hosting an in-person pop-up event. Residents and businesses are invited to drop in at any point during the event to learn more about the project. City project staff will be available to answer questions about the project.
SESSION DETAILS:
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 6:15 pm – 8:00 pm (drop-in at any time during this time period)
Abbotsford Traditional School 2272 Windsor Street – Multi-Purpose Room (accessible from parking lot)
WHAT RESIDENTS & NEIGHBOURS NEED TO KNOW:
The Marshall Road & Martens Street Intersection Improvement project seeks to improve traffic capacity, operations, and safety. The project includes construction of a traffic signal, along with pedestrian infrastructure improvements.
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Project Update
Share Project Update on Facebook Share Project Update on Twitter Share Project Update on Linkedin Email Project Update linkHappy Spring,
Thanks to all who provided input and feedback towards this project in December last year. Our team has been busy incorporating your feedback to complete the design.
Now that the design is complete, we will be moving on to the tendering stage of the project. This is the stage where we will procure a contractor to construct the new traffic signal.
We plan to finish the tendering process by May and start construction later this summer. Please watch here for important announcements as we near construction.
If you have any further questions or would like to learn more about the project:
- Check out our Frequently Asked Questions.
- Ask a question about the project using the "Ask a Question" tool below.
Stefan Baer, E.I.T.
Traffic Engineer
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Thank you for your feedback
Share Thank you for your feedback on Facebook Share Thank you for your feedback on Twitter Share Thank you for your feedback on Linkedin Email Thank you for your feedback linkThanks to all who provided input and feedback towards this important project. We have now concluded the public engagement phase.
The project team will review and analyze all feedback that was heard and use it to inform future design iterations and the final outcome of the project. We will be reaching again closer to construction to inform stakeholders and the broader community regarding impacts related to construction of the proposed improvements.
If you have any further questions or would like to learn more about the project:
- Check out our Frequently Asked Questions.
- Ask a question about the project using the "Ask a Question" tool below.
Stefan Baer, E.I.T.
Traffic Engineer
City of Abbotsford -
We want to hear from you!
Share We want to hear from you! on Facebook Share We want to hear from you! on Twitter Share We want to hear from you! on Linkedin Email We want to hear from you! linkWe want to hear from you!
This phase of engagement focuses on sharing information about the proposed improvements and receiving feedback on the project.
How to get involved
- Ask a question about the project.
- Check out our Frequently Asked Questions.
- Share an idea regarding the project.
- Let us know your thoughts regarding the conceptual design.
Stefan Baer, E.I.T.
Traffic Engineer
City of Abbotsford
Who's Listening
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Phone 604-504-4041 Email aklemets@abbotsford.ca -
Timeline
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Stage 1 - Background Research
Marshall Road & Martens Street Intersection Improvements has finished this stageAugust 2023
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Stage 2 - Conceptual Design and Public Engagement
Marshall Road & Martens Street Intersection Improvements has finished this stageOctober/November 2023
Public Engagement: November 7-30, 2023
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Stage 3 - Preliminary and Detail Design
Marshall Road & Martens Street Intersection Improvements has finished this stageDecember 2023 - January 2024
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Stage 4 - Tender
Marshall Road & Martens Street Intersection Improvements has finished this stageApril/May 2024
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Stage 5 - Pre-Construction
Marshall Road & Martens Street Intersection Improvements has finished this stage -
Stage 6 - Construction
Marshall Road & Martens Street Intersection Improvements is currently at this stageSeptember 2024 - Construction Start
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Stage 7 - Project Completion
this is an upcoming stage for Marshall Road & Martens Street Intersection ImprovementsNovember 2024
Key Dates
FAQs
- Why is the City installing a traffic signal at Marshall Road and Martens Street?
- How can I ask a question or make a suggestion regarding the project?
- How will this project impact adjacent residences and businesses?
- How will this project impact me during construction?
- I am a person with mobility challenges or have specific mobility needs. How will this project impact me?
- How will this project impact active transportation users, including people walking, cycling, and rolling?
- How will this project impact transit?
- How will this project impact (vehicular) traffic?