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Hand Avenue median blocking church access

Summary

A thousand-signature petition from Prince of Peace Catholic Church says the new median on Hand Avenue blocks eastbound access to the church, food pantry, and thrift shop, forcing seniors into dangerous U-turns. Council Member Kent's district dialogue addressed it; the county engineer explained the safety rationale.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
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Last discussed May 19, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Unknown — potential signal timing changes and median redesign costs.

✅Who benefits

Church parishioners, food pantry clients, and thrift shop customers if access is restored.

⚠️Who could be affected

Potentially general traffic safety on Hand Avenue if the median is modified.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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