Summary
A 2025 study found Creek Street and Friendship Lane failing at level of service F. Two signals would cost about $1 million; Creek Street alone is roughly $600,000. Council is considering using reserves, possibly with school district partnership.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $1 million for two signals; $600,000 for Creek Street alone.
Drivers, pedestrians, and students crossing Friendship Lane near schools.
Musselman contends left-turning drivers remain exposed and taxpayers, not developers, bear the cost.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Sep 15, 2026
The council funded a $500K traffic signal for Friendship Lane, but former P&Z commissioner Tom Musselman argued a continuous turn lane from US 290 to SH 16 would do more for safety. The mayor said the signal design will be discussed further.
City Council - Aug 26, 2026
A 2025 study found Creek Street and Friendship Lane failing at level of service F. Two signals would cost about $1 million; Creek Street alone is roughly $600,000. Council is considering using reserves, possibly with school district partnership.
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