Officials announced that the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) and its consultant team are reaching out to the public for feedback on the "Thru the Valley Unification Project," focusing on proposed alternatives at Galbraith Road and Millsdale Street. This effort to improve traffic and enhance safety in the area has a dedicated Public Input website, aiming to involve community views and concerns thoroughly.
Interested individuals can submit their perspectives through various channels such as the online platform, email, US mail, or even a phone call, with all forms of communication guaranteed to be documented in the project's official record until the comment period concludes on July 9, 2025. Integration into the broader planning process is assured; thus, residents' opinions may influence the outcome significantly, with the collected feedback expected to shed light on the public's preference among the provided options and contribute to the final decision-making process.
When analyzing the Millsdale and Wayne Avenue alternatives, both approaches aim to shield the East Mills area from the heavy I-75 traffic flow, with the recommended plan being "Wayne Avenue Alternative 2: Roundabout." According to the city's communication, this solution "provides the most effective approach for enhancing pedestrian safety and implementing traffic calming measures." Meanwhile, for the Galbraith Road conundrum, it seems the city is showing a neutral stance, indicating in statements that they have no preference among the posed alternatives, all of which maintain the existing exit onto Galbraith Road from I-75.
