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Tri-Cities Council Votes on New Traffic Signal

Friday, July 31, 2026

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Tri-Cities City Council approved a new traffic signal at the intersection of 4th Street and Main Avenue during their July 30, 2026, meeting.

The vote passed unanimously with a 7-0 decision. Council members cited rising traffic volume and safety concerns as key reasons for the change. The signal is expected to reduce accidents and improve flow for commuters and pedestrians.

The project is scheduled to begin construction in September 2026 and will be completed by December 2026. The city has allocated $125,000 from the 2026 capital improvement budget for the installation.

📄 Source: Local Government — https://www.bft.org/news/

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The city has allocated $125,000 from the 2026 capital improvement budget for the installationNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.