JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Two-way streets are making a return to Downtown Jacksonville after decades of cars only being able to go one way.
Portions of Adams and Forsyth streets have switched back, which the city says will make the area safer for pedestrians and help traffic flow better.
Adams Street has a mix of businesses, banks and restaurants.
Construction began earlier this year to convert nearly 10 blocks on both Adams and Forsyth to two-way traffic from Jefferson to Liberty streets.
According to the city, restoring two-way streets downtown has been a priority in the master plan for quite some time.
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The city says converting these streets back to two-way will:
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Boost streetside property values
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Lead to economic growth
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Encourage more on-street parking and rideshare services
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Make the areas more walkable and safer for pedestrians
“Restoring two-way streets is proven to encourage economic growth, boost property values, and support more efficient use of on-street parking and rideshare services,” the city said. “It also enhances retail visibility and occupancy rates, improves walkability and pedestrian safety, increases sidewalk activity, and elevates residential demand and quality of life.”
The work also included more signaling, paving, parking kiosks and expanding the sidewalks.
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