ODOT to hold town hall regarding future of John Day’s stoplight

By on Friday, November 8th, 2024 in Eastern/Southeast Oregon News More Top Stories

JOHN DAY – The Oregon Department of Transportation will be holding an open house next week regarding the future of the stoplight intersection in John Day. ODOT officials say they have received comments from the public both in favor and against restoring the stoplight at the intersection on Main and North Canyon Blvd. in John Day. The open house will be held Thursday, November 14th, at the John Day Senior Center beginning at 6 p.m. Find a press release from ODOT below:

(Press Release from Oregon Department of Transportation)

In-person Open House

We are hosting an in-person open house to share information and hear your thoughts about the future of the traffic signal in John Day. Hear from the project team about how we got here and why we are considering these options.

  • Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024.
  • 6 – 7:30 p.m.
  • John Day Senior Center, 142 NE Dayton Street.

About the project

In July, construction crews began working at this intersection as part of the effort to upgrade curb ramps in Grant County. That project included installing new conduits and wires for upgraded infrastructure like traffic signals and pedestrian crossings. We needed to turn off the traffic signal and use stop signs to complete the ADA work.

Since the signal has been turned off and the intersection has been operating as a four-way stop, we have received feedback from the community. Some residents support keeping the four-way stop, while others are requesting that the signal be turned back on. To help us navigate what this looks like, we committed to the John Day City Council and Grant County Court that we would engage with the community before making any decisions.

We are now in the process of conducting traffic studies and other research to help guide our plan for this intersection.

We want to hear from you!

Your feedback is an important part of our process to make sure we have the right solutions for you and your community. This is your opportunity to let us know what is important to you.

Come to the open house prepared to share your experience navigating through the four-way stop. Consider the following:

  • How do you use this intersection?
    • Do you walk, ride your bike or drive a vehicle?
  • Pedestrians and bicyclists: How has it been using the four-way configuration? How does it compare to the traffic signal? Do you have any suggestions to improve the intersection?
  • Drivers: Have you found the four-way configuration to improve traffic flow and safety at the intersection?
  • Did you encounter any challenges or noteworthy moments during your walk, ride or drive through the intersection?

Can’t make it in-person?

We want to make sure all voices are heard. If you cannot join us, please share your concerns by contacting Vicki Moles, Community Affairs Specialist.

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