Mayor Franklin cuts ribbon on Peachtree Boulevard Phase I

The Peachtree Boulevard Transformation from Maple Drive to the Buckhead MARTA station is complete! Today, Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin joined community and business leaders to cut the ribbon on phase I of the transformation.

*** Photos from today’s ribbon cutting: http://www.peachtreeboulevard.com/ ***

“I know that Buckhead is setting the standard,” Franklin said. “Buckhead is a part of our community that prides itself on setting very high standards for livability for quality of life, and I know this project is going to set a new high standard for Atlanta.”

Walking along this stretch of Peachtree in Buckhead now means wider sidewalks protected by landscaped buffers and shaded by dozens of willow oaks. Planted medians ease the way across the new crosswalks with time-displayed signals. Better lighting improves the view at night. The choice to walk in Buckhead just got easier.

The Peachtree Boulevard Transformation is the major enhancement of a stretch of Peachtree Road in Buckhead into a more livable, walkable, bikable and drivable promenade. The transformation allows Peachtree to live up to its reputation as Atlanta’s “signature street,” making it a destination, not just a throughway.

“We want to get people out of cars by giving them an inviting place to walk,” said Buckhead neighborhood activist Sally Silver, who was instrumental in the conception of the transformation, which began in the mid ‘90s. “Put some trees and benches and some street lamps between you and that car coming down the highway, and it increases your comfort level. It makes people feel more welcome to be out there.”

Phase I is only the beginning. Phase II is longer and extends from the MARTA bridge to Roxboro Road north of Phipps Plaza. The Buckhead CID is working with GDOT to acquire right-of-way through purchase and donation. Pending the release of state funds, development of Phase II is set to begin in 2008.

Ribbon cutting for Phase I Tuesday, October 16, 3 p.m.

Phase I is done.

Join Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin and the Buckhead community at the Intercontinental Hotel's new streetfront patio for an event to celebrate Buckhead's new walkable, bikable thoroughfare. Come see the prototype of tomorrow's Peachtree and hear about plans for Phase II of the Peachtree Boulevard transformation.

View the invitation.

Peachtree Boulevard - Phase I Ribbon Cutting Tuesday, October 16, 2007 3 p.m.
Intercontinental Hotel - Buckhead
3315 Peachtree Rd NE

Median taking shape quickly

The centerpiece of the Peachtree Boulevard transformation is taking shape at a quick pace. Crews are working day and night to install segments past Piedmont down to Maple Drive. The medians will be landscaped and lined with trees, improving safety for pedestrians and drivers.

Crews are also sandblasting and sealing sidewalks through out project. Tree installation will resume in October.

The Peachtree Boulevard transformation is the major enhancement of a stretch of Peachtree Road in Buckhead into a more livable, walkable, bikable and drivable promenade. The transformation will allow Peachtree to live up to its reputation as Atlanta’s “signature street.” It will become a destination, not just a throughway. Information is available at: http://www.peachtreeboulevard.com/.

Rendering becoming reality

This image is starting to look familiar. The median at Peachtree and Piedmont is going in, and the elegant traffic signal mast arms are in place. They extend across the travel lanes, eliminating the need for unsightly hanging wires. Phase I has 15 of these, eight of which will have a street light attached to the top.

Phase I of the Peachtree Boulevard transformation is set for completion this fall.

Boulevard Phase One leveling off

Moving through Buckhead, you now see the blacktop of the new beautiful road being completed in both directions from Piedmont north to the MARTA station. The additional turn lanes at Piedmont will be a great improvement to the intersection.

The landscaped median now extending south to Piedmont will create better traffic flow and pedestrian crossing.

The Peachtree Boulevard transformation is the major enhancement of a stretch of Peachtree Road in Buckhead into a more livable, walkable, bikable and drivable promenade. The transformation will allow Peachtree to live up to its reputation as Atlanta’s “signature street.” It will become a destination, not just a throughway. Information is available at: http://www.peachtreeboulevard.com/.

Second median now going in

Construction of the second median is now underway, starting north of Tower Place. Final traffic patterns in Phase I of the Peachtree Boulevard transformation are taking place. The landscaped medians will help to establish Peachtree as a true boulevard by improving safety, traffic flow and beauty. Crews continue to widen Peachtree Road and install new granite curbs and pedestrian-friendly sidewalks.

The Peachtree Boulevard transformation is the major enhancement of a stretch of Peachtree Road in Buckhead into a more livable, walkable, bikable and drivable promenade. The transformation will allow Peachtree to live up to its reputation as Atlanta’s “signature street.” It will become a destination, not just a throughway. Information is available at: http://www.peachtreeboulevard.com/.

Final traffic paterns for Phase I taking shape - median going in

Final traffic patterns in Phase I of the Peachtree Boulevard transformation are taking place. The most prominent feature is becoming more visible as the landscaped median installation continues southbound. The median will help to establish Peachtree as a true boulevard by improving safety, traffic flow and beauty. The last portion of the new stormwater system is being installed, and crews have started paving beginning at GA 400 and moving south toward Piedmont Road.

The Peachtree Boulevard transformation is the major enhancement of a stretch of Peachtree Road in Buckhead into a more livable, walkable, bikable and drivable promenade. The transformation will allow Peachtree to live up to its reputation as Atlanta’s “signature street.” It will become a destination, not just a throughway. Information is available at: http://www.peachtreeboulevard.com/.

David Allman on the Peachtree Boulevard Transformation

Find out what David Allman has to say about what's happening in Buckhead.

The Mayor speaks out on the Transformation

Find out what the Mayor has to say about what's happening in Buckhead!

Buckhead benefits from a median

The most prominent feature of the Peachtree Boulevard transformation is becoming visible now. Crews are installing the landscaped median which GDOT says will improve safety by 55% and reduce traffic delays by 30%. Find out more from this week's progress report.

First median going in

The most prominent feature of the Peachtree Boulevard transformation is becoming visible now. Crews are installing the landscaped median starting at the Buckhead MARTA station and moving south toward Piedmont. The median will help to establish Peachtree as a true boulevard, with improved safety and traffic flow. GDOT says such medians improve safety by 55% and reduce traffic delays by 30%. They also make the road more pedestrian friendly.

The Peachtree Boulevard transformation is the major enhancement of a stretch of Peachtree Road in Buckhead into a more livable, walkable, bikable and drivable promenade. The transformation will allow Peachtree to live up to its reputation as Atlanta’s “signature street.” It will become a destination, not just a throughway. Information is available at: http://www.peachtreeboulevard.com/.

New median to improve traffic flow

The Peachtree Boulevard Transformation is becoming much more visible this month. Crews have started installing the landscaped median at the MARTA bridge moving south past Piedmont. The median will improve traffic flow, pedestrian safety and the beauty of Peachtree in Buckhead. Crews are continuing to install granite curbs and the new, wider sidewalks, with trees to create a canopy of shade for pedestrians, making Buckhead a more walkable place. Stormwater drainage installation and the relocation of utilities are complete. Real changes are happening in Buckhead and its visitors are already enjoying them.

The Peachtree Boulevard transformation is the major enhancement of a stretch of Peachtree Road in Buckhead into a more livable, walkable, bikable and drivable promenade. The transformation will allow Peachtree to live up to its reputation as Atlanta’s “signature street.” It will become a destination, not just a throughway. Information is available at: http://www.peachtreeboulevard.com/.

Sam Massell on the Peachtree Boulevard Transformation

Find out what Sam Massell thinks about the Peachtree Boulevard Transformation!

Adding a Median!

Adding of the median is now underway starting at Georgia 400 and moving south. Find out the latest updates!

Sally Silver on the Peachtree Boulevard Transformation

Find out how Sally Silver feels about the Peachtree Boulevard Transformation.

Peachtree Boulevard Progress Report

As Peachtree Boulevard's progress continues, find out the latest improvements!

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With the holidays approaching, major construction activities are slowing down but will pick back up on January 8th. During the day, workers will continue to improve the sidewalks and traffic control systems that will make Buckhead safer for pedestrians. The utility relocations have made significant progress and are almost finished. They are expected to be completed around mid-December. At night, work will continue on the storm water system. Once the system is complete, construction will begin on the water vault located in the Tower Place driveway and a new traffic island. In addition to the regularly scheduled officers that direct traffic at intersections, more officers with longer shifts will help with added holiday traffic on Peachtree at the entrance to Lenox Square.

The Peachtree Boulevard transformation is the major enhancement of a stretch of Peachtree Road in Buckhead into a more livable, walkable, bikable and drivable promenade. The transformation will allow Peachtree to live up to its reputation as Atlanta’s “signature street.” It will become a destination, not just a throughway.Information is available at the new Web site: http://www.peachtreeboulevard.com/.

Allman speaks out on the Peachtree Boulevard Transformation

Find out what David Allman thinks about the Peachtree Boulevard Transformation! http://media.libsyn.com/media/peachtreeboulevard/david_sot.mp3

Progress Update 3

Check out the latest on what's happening with the Peachtree Boulevard Transformation!http://media.libsyn.com/media/peachtreeboulevard/update_3.mp3

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Peachtree Boulevard is changing everyday. The "move to underground" which started in August is almost done. Several utility poles have already been removed on the south side of Peachtree near Caribou Coffee. More poles will be removed from the north side by late November. Several utility companies like Geogia Power, Bellsouth, ATT, MCI, and many others have been working overtime to make this happen.

You can find out more about the Transformation of Peachtree Boulevard into a beautiful walkable, livable, and driveable place on their website at www.peachtreeboulevard.com!