LONGWOOD, Fla – In an effort to alleviate traffic woes at one of Seminole County’s most congested intersections, Longwood city commissioners are poised to review a significant proposal on Monday. The plan, which targets improvements near Interstate 4, aims to streamline the notorious bottleneck at Ronald Reagan Boulevard (State Road 427) and State Road 434.
The initiative, spearheaded by the Florida Department of Transportation, seeks to enhance traffic flow through a series of strategic roadway upgrades. Key among these is the expansion of turn lanes, which are expected to significantly reduce vehicular backups and improve overall transit efficiency in the area.
City documents reveal that the project necessitates adjustments to adjacent properties to accommodate the new infrastructure. Notably, a portion of land from a nearby Walgreens will be repurposed, bringing the road closer to the store’s entrance. This move is part of the broader strategy to manage increased traffic volumes more effectively.
In addition to the roadway modifications, the proposal outlines planned alterations to a nearby stormwater retention pond. These changes will include a reconfiguration of stormwater runoff management systems and the installation of a 6-foot fence encircling the pond, ensuring both functionality and safety.
The proposal also includes changes to a stormwater retention pond adjacent to the roadway. Documents indicate the project would alter how stormwater runoff is managed and add a 6-foot fence around the pond.
A nearby Walgreens sign would also be impacted. Longwood city code typically requires signs to be set back at least 5 feet from a property line. Under the proposal, the sign would be allowed to sit approximately 3.5 feet closer to the property line than normally permitted.
Drivers in the area say traffic congestion remains a concern. Several motorists at a nearby Wawa said they frequently encounter significant backups at the intersection and often try to avoid traveling through the area during busy times.
The proposal is scheduled for consideration during Monday’s Longwood City Commission meeting.
If approved, the changes would clear the way for FDOT’s planned roadway improvements at the intersection.
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