Sunset-Timbrel Pedestrian Signal & ADA Curb Ramps

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE (May 1st, 2026)
Expect delays at the Sunset-Timbrel intersection Monday, May 4^th through Thursday, May 7^th between 8:30am and 2pm.  Work will stop early on Wednesday, May 6^th to accommodate early release at Middleton Elementary.  During this time the  City’s contractor will be installing the pedestrian signal, streetlights, and speed radar feedback signs and require lanes of traffic to be blocked for 10-20 minutes during this timeframe.  Traffic control flaggers will be on site to help manage traffic through the work zone. 

Use alternate routes and please try to avoid this intersection on May 4^th through Thursday, May 7^th between 8:30am and 2pm.  There will be no permanent road closures, and the work will not impact school drop off or pickup.

The City anticipates having the new pedestrian signal turned on and fully operational the week of May 18^th to 22^nd.  More information about the type of pedestrian signal being installed by this project can be found directly below.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This project involves a realignment of an existing crosswalk, updating ADA ramps, installation of school and speed feedback signs, enhanced street lighting, and adding a Pedestrian Hybrid beacon.
Educational video, an introduction to a pedestrian hybrid beacon system (HAWK) courtesy of the City of Tallahassee, Florida: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXqpXSBQJ7M

Project Schedule: July 2025 – May 2026.

Additional details about this project can be found in the files below. This project is also included in the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), which can be found online here.

Supporting Documents

Sunset-Timbrel - Work Change Directive #1 - Trees Sunset-Timbrel - Neighborhood Construction Notice Sunset-Timbrel - Street Closure and Detour Route