After residents voiced concerns about safety and too many traffic accidents, the Utah Department of Transportation said it will be reducing the speed limit along a section of state Route 73.
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With the recent snow storms bringing cold weather, students can have a difficult time adjusting especially if they are from out of state. Some winter weather tips include driving cautiously and planning extra time into travel. (Addie Blacker)
Students who are unfamiliar with winter weather can follow tips like driving slowly, prioritizing visibility and having the right tools such as ice scrapers and gloves.
Utah Department of Transportation spokesperson Geoff Dupaix said there are certain behaviors and actions that can help keep everyone safe. Dupaix, a Salt Lake Valley native, has worked with UDOT for 20 years and is very familiar with driving in cold Utah winters.
Provo residents have received their Christmas Eve miracle from the Utah Department of Transportation.
On Christmas Eve, a major milestone will be reached as crews open all travel lanes and sidewalks on 500 West as part of the reconstruction of U.S. Highway 89 from 800 North to 300 South.
UDOT and Provo City staff have worked closely together and with the community since 2017 to make this project a reality, according to UDOT spokesperson Geoff Dupaix.
Dupaix added the 500 West project was designed to improve safety, upgrade infrastructure and increase transportation choices throughout Provo.
âWith a project this big, close cooperation between UDOT and Provo city was critical,â said John Higgins, UDOT project manager. âWe wanted to build the improvements right the first time. Working closely together allowed us to not only improve the road itself but also make it more accessible for pedestrians, cyclists, and children traveling to and from school.â