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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Guilderland public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Empire Avenue connection and neighborhood traffic patterns
Connecting Empire Avenue to Fuller Station Road would reroute traffic through older subdivisions like Four Hunter States, Crimson Park, and Logan Manor. Committee members want a broader analysis of stop sign controls at Bostonian, Gene, Ronald, and Christina intersections that were once covered by an old traffic gate condition.
Carmen Road and Lydius Street Roundabout Safety and Sightlines
Following up on past complaints, the committee discussed ongoing safety monitoring and social media outreach regarding the Carmen Road roundabout. Members also discussed requesting a lower speed limit on the approaches to help slow traffic.
Van Wee Terrace Speeding and Stop Sign Compliance
Residents of Van Wee Terrace presented petitions signed by 60 neighbors requesting speed humps to stop reckless driving and dangerous passing on their residential street. Neighbors shared alarming stories of cars passing on the left and ignoring stop signs near school bus stops.
Route 155 and Dr. Shaw Road Pedestrian Safety
Residents voiced serious safety concerns about the pedestrian crosswalk at Route 155 and Dr. Shaw Road, where turning vehicles frequently ignore active walk signals. The committee agreed to petition the state DOT for safety upgrades like leading pedestrian intervals or restricted turns.
Willow Street Speeding Beyond Existing Hump
Residents along Willow Street are pushing for more traffic calming measures, like additional speed bumps and stop signs, to slow down drivers and improve visibility at tricky intersections near the Pine Bush Preserve.
2026 Highway Paving and Infrastructure Improvements
The town approved a paving schedule covering 6.72 miles of local roads using state CHIPS funds, PAVE NY, and local highway tax revenues.
New Karner Road Traffic and Cut-Throughs
The proposed 210-unit apartment complex is expected to add significant traffic to New Karner Road, prompting proposed striping changes to create a two-way left-turn lane. Residents expressed deep skepticism about traffic studies, citing existing severe congestion and heavy truck traffic near Western Avenue.
Western Avenue Speed Limit Reduction Request
Residents and committee members discussed petitioning the state to lower the speed limit on Western Avenue from Fuller Road to the city line to improve safety amid heavy traffic and nearby school zones.
Commercial Truck Traffic and Speeding on Old State Road
Residents expressed frustration over speeding vehicles, burnout vandalism, and heavy tractor-trailers using Old State Road as a cut-through, especially during the holidays. Police shared data showing 61 tickets and 7 crashes over the past year.