JNU areawide pedestrian improvements hsip

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded $280,000 to the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities on May 9, 2025, under the Highway Planning and Construction federal grant program (CFDA 20.205). This Formula Grant supports the JNU Areawide Pedestrian Improvements Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) project, which delivers systemic pedestrian crossing improvements throughout the City and Borough of Juneau, Alaska. The project involves identifying pedestrian crossing sites across the municipality and conducting further analysis to determine and implement appropriate treatments at each location.

The award represents the state's commitment to enhancing pedestrian safety and accessibility in Juneau through targeted infrastructure improvements. As a formula-funded highway safety initiative, the project aligns with the FHWA's broader mandate to support highway safety activities and non-motorized facility improvements that are eligible for federal assistance regardless of functional road classification. The scope of work will focus on systematic pedestrian safety enhancements that improve crossing conditions and reduce hazards for pedestrians throughout the community.

Project description

Provide systemic pedestrian crossing improvements around the city and borough of juneau. Sites identified for improvement will be further analyzed to determine the appropriate treatment for each location.