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[Jerry Hutch]

Recently received by email from Montana DOT.

Jerry Hutch

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Subject: 	MDT Introduces Roundabout Website
Date: 	Wed, 26 Jul 2006 14:30:45 -0600
From: 	NewsLinks at metnet.mt.gov
To: 	modrepro at mt.net



Contributed by  Brett" <bmihelish at mt.gov>,Internet:


July 26, 2006

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE	

For more information:
Duane Williams, (406) 444-7312
Charity Watt Levis, (406) 444-7205


MDT Introduces Roundabout Website


As roundabouts gain popularity in Montana, the Montana Department of
Transportation has developed a Web site providing information to help
the public understand how to maneuver through these circular flowing
intersections.

The Web site is located at http://www.mdt.mt.gov/travinfo/roundabouts/.
The site provides basic information regarding roundabouts, including why
MDT wants to utilize roundabouts, how pedestrians, bicyclists and
motorist can all safely maneuver through them, background information
and frequently asked questions. 

Currently MDT has several roundabouts on the drawing board throughout
Montana, including a single-lane roundabout to be constructed at the new
South Helena Interchange this summer.  Other proposed roundabouts are;
one single-lane roundabout in Montana City at the intersection of
Jackson Creek Road and Highway 282, and a single-lane with bypass lanes
in Billings at the intersection of North 27th Street and Airport Road. 

The 2005 Montana Legislature passed a resolution encouraging MDT to
construct more roundabouts instead of signalized, right-angle
intersections.  Because roundabouts decrease speeds and provide for less
conflict points, crash frequency and severity is often reduced at such
intersections.  Additionally, delays are reduced due to a smooth flow in
traffic with rather than stops and starts at signalized intersections.
Emissions associated with vehicles idling at stop signals are also
reduced.

MDT's mission is to serve the public by providing a transportation
system and services that emphasize quality, safety, cost effectiveness,
economic vitality and sensitivity to the environment.



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Recently received by email from Montana DOT.
Jerry Hutch
-------- Original Message --------
Subject:
MDT Introduces Roundabout Website
Date:
Wed, 26 Jul 2006 14:30:45 -0600
From:
mailto:NewsLinks at metnet.mt.gov NewsLinks at metnet.mt.gov
To:
mailto:modrepro at mt.net modrepro at mt.net
Contributed by Brett" mailto:bmihelish at mt.gov <bmihelish at mt.gov>
,Internet: July 26, 2006 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information: Duane Williams, (406) 444-7312 Charity Watt Levis, (406) 444-7205 MDT Introduces Roundabout Website As roundabouts gain popularity in Montana, the Montana Department of Transportation has developed a Web site providing information to help the public understand how to maneuver through these circular flowing intersections. The Web site is located at http://www.mdt.mt.gov/travinfo/roundabouts/ http://www.mdt.mt.gov/travinfo/roundabouts/
. The site provides basic information regarding roundabouts, including why MDT wants to utilize roundabouts, how pedestrians, bicyclists and motorist can all safely maneuver through them, background information and frequently asked questions. Currently MDT has several roundabouts on the drawing board throughout Montana, including a single-lane roundabout to be constructed at the new South Helena Interchange this summer. Other proposed roundabouts are; one single-lane roundabout in Montana City at the intersection of Jackson Creek Road and Highway 282, and a single-lane with bypass lanes in Billings at the intersection of North 27th Street and Airport Road. The 2005 Montana Legislature passed a resolution encouraging MDT to construct more roundabouts instead of signalized, right-angle intersections. Because roundabouts decrease speeds and provide for less conflict points, crash frequency and severity is often reduced at such intersections. Additionally, delays are reduced due to a smooth flow in traffic with rather than stops and starts at signalized intersections. Emissions associated with vehicles idling at stop signals are also reduced. MDT's mission is to serve the public by providing a transportation system and services that emphasize quality, safety, cost effectiveness, economic vitality and sensitivity to the environment. - end - ________________________________________ A service of the Montana Education Telecommunications Network - METNET A division of the Montana Office of Public Instruction Free E-Mail for certified Montana teachers http://www.metnet.mt.gov/ http://www.metnet.mt.gov/