The project will construct new or expanded sidewalks for 0.9 mile (1.4km) along both sides of the corridor using a combination of brick and concrete. In addition, these improvements would include street trees and shrubs within a 4' pedestrian buffer zone and a center median, and it would install raised curbs, defined pedestrian crossings and shared lane bicycle markings, pedestrian scale lighting and other street furnishings (benches, trash receptacles), and ADA-accessible curb ramps. Concurrent with this work, storm sewer upgrades would be completed with project funding, and existing overhead utilities would be buried by the City with local funds in order to enhance the corridor's aesthetics while removing other pedestrian impediments. Improving pedestrian facilities along South Lee Street would facilitate greater connectivity between historic commercial uses along Main Street, as well as the goods and services located along Buford Highway. Using these two activity nodes as this project's northern and southern termini would provide a stronger, more helpful, linkage to Buford's historic neighborhoods, and more balanced transportation alternatives for all of South Lee Street's users.
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