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Old 10-14-2015, 09:47 AM
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Default Despite local opposition, FDOT ready to put roundabout at busy U.S. 301 intersection

The news from the other source this morning.

I have written to the editor and asked if they would do a little more than just report that it is coming against the local wishes. But to provide more information of criteria the state powers to be used to compare a traffic light installation to the traffic circle. MAYBE if we understood why they chose one over the other some of us might change our minds.

I personally think a traffic circle in that location is going to prove to be a mistake. Many vehicles driven by seniors, some of which should not be behind the wheel, some with physical impairments, some who refuse to obey the rules of the road or stay in their lane....in competetion with 18 wheelers for the same space.

Throw in a high percentage of travelers who have never been in a traffic circle.

Creating an area of concentration of potential for accidents.....in my opinion.