This week, ‘On the Road’ is visiting the City of Las Vegas, which recently invested more than $5.6 million in pedestrian safety and roadway improvements at two locations.

The City of Las Vegas completed roadway improvements on California Avenue in Downtown Las Vegas. This project included widening sidewalks, as well as the addition of shade trees and angled parking. High-visibility crosswalks and upgrading street lighting were also included in these enhancements.

The second project focused on pedestrian safety improvements in three locations: Charleston Boulevard at Cashman Drive, Grand Teton Drive at Thom Boulevard, and Hualapai Way at Neighborhood Trail.

The safety improvements made along each location included the installation of Rectangular Rapid-Flashing Beacons (RRFB), which flash at a high frequency when activated by pedestrians. These devices will help make pedestrians more visible to drivers. Other upgrades include new crosswalk markings, updates to the ADA sidewalk ramps, and the addition of medians to improve protection for pedestrians and cyclists looking to cross a busy street.

If you happen to be in the area, take a moment and check out these new and improved roads. Head over to the Arts District for some vintage shopping and grab lunch at Esther’s Kitchen on California Avenue. If you are looking to take advantage of the cooler temperatures, take a walk through the Hualapai Canyon Trail located on Hualapai Way and Alta Drive.