Atlanta officials to break ground on Monroe Drive Safe Streets project

Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News · July 22, 2026 · 1 min read

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) — Atlanta officials will gather Wednesday to break ground on a long-awaited street-improvement project designed to increase pedestrian and motorist safety. The Monroe Drive Safe Streets project will reconfigure Monroe Drive from a four-lane undivided roadway to a...

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The Monroe Drive Safe Streets project marks a significant step towards enhancing safety for pedestrians and motorists in Atlanta. This initiative is particularly noteworthy given the city's ongoing efforts to balance growth and development with the need for safe and accessible transportation infrastructure. As the project moves forward, residents can expect to see improvements not only on Monroe Drive but also at key intersections like 10th Street, where tragic accidents have occurred in the past. The involvement of local advocates like Thomas Hyneman, who has tirelessly pushed for safety-minded changes since his daughter's death, underscores the community's commitment to creating a more livable and safe environment. With the city's population continuing to grow, projects like the Monroe Drive Safe Streets initiative will be crucial in ensuring that Atlanta's infrastructure can support the needs of its residents, pedestrians, and motorists alike.

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Category: local · Published: July 22, 2026 · Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News · Reading time: 1 min

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Atlanta officials to break ground on Monroe Drive Safe Streets project

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