This project will improve pedestrian accessibility by the installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons (rrfbs) pedestrian hybrid beacons (PHB)/hawk signals signal upgrades pedestrian refuge…

The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded the City of Atlanta $7.35 million on May 5, 2026, under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) to improve pedestrian accessibility across the city. The award funds installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons, pedestrian hybrid beacons and HAWK signals, signal upgrades, pedestrian refuge islands, curb extensions, ADA improvements, sidewalks, drainage structure adjustments, and wayfinding signage at various locations throughout Atlanta to enhance pedestrian connectivity to transit. The recipient is the City of Atlanta Department of Grants Community Development Division. Performance runs through March 29, 2030, with all work occurring in Georgia. No sub-recipients are involved. The project intends to benefit pedestrians and citizens of Atlanta through improved multimodal infrastructure.

Activities

Installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons (rrfbs) pedestrian hybrid beacons (PHB)/hawk signals signal upgrades pedestrian refuge islands curb extensions construction of spot upgrades ADA improvements and sidewalks where appropriate.

Expected outcomes

This project will enhance pedestrian connectivity to transit at various locations around the city of atlanta and will include ADA improvements sidewalk installations and drainage structure adjustments and wayfinding signage to benefit the citizens of the city of atlanta.

Intended beneficiaries

The intended beneficiaries of this project are the pedestrians and citizens of the city of atlanta.