HORNELL More traffic is a good thing for the City of Hornell.
More traffic generally means a growing population, which reflects ample industry, jobs and opportunity in the Canisteo Valley.
But it also comes with a downside.
More accidents.
As the Hornell economy has picked up steam in recent years, anchored by Alstom and related industries, traffic on Route 36 through the city has also increased. A trouble spot has emerged at 36 and Bethesda Drive, which has witnessed accidents with growing frequency.
“You’re seeing more and more traffic as the city grows, as industry and the economy grows. You’re seeing more people and more vehicles,” said Mayor John Buckley. “Unfortunately it seems like we’ve had a lot of accidents up on the intersection of Route 36 and Bethesda Drive recently.”