Goleta Reports Fewer Vehicles, More Cyclists and Pedestrians in Old Town After Restriping

Goleta Reports Fewer Vehicles, More Cyclists and Pedestrians in Old Town After Restriping

Seven months after the Old Town Goleta restriping project, the city reported that traffic volume and vehicle speeds have decreased along Hollister Avenue and increased along alternative routes in the area. It also reported an increase in pedestrian and cyclist activity in the area. Residents have conflicting feelings about the project. Some say the restriping has made Old Town safer for cyclists and pedestrians, while others are frustrated with …