2 - Town of Colchester

Implementation
See the implementation chart
on pages 125-6 for the
priority and the assignment of
responsibility
for
implementation of these
transportation strategies.
Conceptual Ring Road
The route for the conceptual
ring road shown on the map
on the facing page is
illustrative only and is
subject to change.
The intent of the map is to
show general routes rather
than specific locations.
TRANSPORTATION STRATEGIES
Improve Roadway Circulation
1. Implement circulation alternatives that will help serve the Town Center area and relieve some of the traffic issues on
major roads, such as possible “ring roads” around the Center.
2. Update road standards in local regulations to provide for vehicular circulation while preserving community character.
3. Continue to reduce curb cuts, interconnect parking areas, and implement other access management strategies along
arterial roads.
4. Require road connections in new developments to provide for overall traffic circulation in the community, while
recognizing that cul-de-sac streets are desired by developers and homeowners.
5. Evaluate unpaved roads for improvement, abandonment, or discontinuance.
6. Consider allowing landscaped center islands in permanent cul-de-sacs with appropriate design standards.
7. Encourage creation and enhancement of scenic roads.
8. Consider reclassifying roads, when appropriate.
9. Continue to maintain and upgrade local roads.
10. Implement the recommendations from the study of the Town Center and continue to make improvements in the Town
Center such as driveway and parking interconnections.
11. Pursue interchange improvements at exit 17 of Route 2.
12. Request that ConnDOT review traffic signal sequencing annually to avoid creating undue traffic congestion.
Arterial Road Sidewalk
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