>>Roanoke: 'Envision Williamson Road' Hopes to Gather Input from Public
(Roanoke, VA) -- A new project hopes to revitalize a historic corridor in Roanoke. Thomas Cage explains.Preview: Voicer Script:
Roanoke city leaders are spearheading the "Envision Williamson Road" initiative to revitalize the once-bustling corridor by addressing safety concerns and incorporating community input. The project aims to make the area safer for students and leverage the diverse cultural hub that Williamson Road has become. Transportation Division Manager Dwayne D’ardenne tells WSLS this is not just a road project but a community-focused initiative that will require a long-term investment and construction expected to begin no sooner than 2030. Focus groups will be held to gather more community input for the project.