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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Reynoldsburg public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Speed bump policy explained
A resident's email detailed another crash from cut-through speeding, and the city is studying traffic lights at Rosehill/Renton and near Slate Ridge Elementary as the school district shifts to neighborhood schools.
East Main Street sidewalk connectivity
An ER nurse reported a recent pedestrian death near Main and Briarcliff and asked for a high-visibility crossing like Livingston's, plus full-time traffic signals — Main Street lights switch to blinking yellow overnight while people walk to the Emergency Room.
Summit Road construction and traffic signal
The city is buying land and easements to widen Summit Road with Etna Township; most affected owners have been contacted and talks are described as collaborative, including burying gas lines and adjusting driveways.
State Route 256 Intersection Safety Improvements
With OPWC grant funding, the city is designing pedestrian-safety upgrades at SR 256: relocated push buttons, longer crossing times, and emergency signal preemption coordinated with Pickerington and Violet Township.
Waggoner Road Opening
Phase one of the Wagner Road project wraps up soon, with phase two starting right after. When done, the road will have three lanes from Main to Broad, new water and gas lines, and a traffic light at Priestley Drive.
2026 Street Maintenance and Improvement Project
A new priority list ranks residential roads for paving over the next three years using a 'good curbs, bad roads' guideline. The mayor admits many roads still need work.
East Main Street and Brice Road intersection improvement
The federally funded realignment of the Brice and Main Street intersection is in final design and expected in the next two to three years, requiring right-of-way from the redeveloped property. One variance becomes unnecessary once the project is complete.
Waggoner Road paving progress
Paving started on Waggoner Road, with Phase 1 expected open to traffic within about two weeks if weather cooperates.
COTA Bus Rapid Transit progress
The LinkUS BRT project on East Main Street has been scaled back to under 1.3 miles with signalized U-turns and added turn lanes. The mayor acknowledged construction will be hard on corridor businesses.
Summit Road widening and right-of-way acquisition
The city is buying land and easements to widen Summit Road with Etna Township; most affected owners have been contacted and talks are described as collaborative, including burying gas lines and adjusting driveways.
Traffic safety near schools and in Reynolds Crossing/The Meadows
A resident's email detailed another crash from cut-through speeding, and the city is studying traffic lights at Rosehill/Renton and near Slate Ridge Elementary as the school district shifts to neighborhood schools.
Waggoner Road Phase II Right-of-Way Services
Council moved forward on the Waggoner Road Phase II project with right-of-way purchases and a DLZ inspection contract funded by a state grant. An on-site inspector will track daily quantities and answer resident questions during construction.
Brice Road realignment and BRT infrastructure
The mayor announced $2 million in federal funding for realigning Brice Road at East Main Street, plus $4.2 million in BRT-related transportation improvements. Construction could start in late 2027.
$13.9 Million Road Improvement Bond
Council took the first step on borrowing up to $13.91 million to pay for road work, mainly Waggoner Road Phase 2 and the Parks/Service building roadway.
Snow Removal Response
Council and the mayor praised street crews working 12-hour shifts through the storm. Salt is less effective in extreme cold, and the city is low on salt but awaiting a delivery.