Central Park Avenue Safety Improvements

Central Park Safety Improvements

View of street with people crossing in crosswalk through concrete median
Overview

CDOT will implement protected bike lanes on Central Park between Madison and Franklin Blvd. Additionally, increased pedestrian refuge space will be installed at the main entrance to the Garfield Park Conservatory. The new protected bike lanes will connect to existing protected bike lanes on Franklin Blvd. and Lake Street providing a comfortable route for biking to the Garfield Park Conservatory, Field House, and Park Space. The new protected bike lane is part of a growing network of bike infrastructure in the Garfield Park and Austin neighborhoods.

Infrastructure Highlights

View of a raised crosswalk across a roadway
Raised Crosswalk

Allows people walking to easily cross the street at sidewalk level and encourages drivers to slow down before the crosswalk.

A person rides a bike in a bike lane between the curb a parking lane with concrete barrier separation
Protected Bike Lanes

Dedicated space for people biking that is physically separated from vehicles on higher traffic streets.

Green painted bike lane curbside with 20 mph sign
Pedestrian Refuge Islands

Make it easier to find gaps in traffic and provide a place to wait when crossing. 

Project Location

Central Park Avenue - Madison Street to Franklin Street.

Status

  • Construction Completed - Fall 2023

  • Project Construction - Summer 2023

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