Summary
Over 700 crashes, 20 pedestrian crashes and 33 cyclist crashes in recent years along a two-mile stretch of Neuse Boulevard. The city is reapplying for roughly $19 million in federal BUILD funding — no local match required — for a possible road diet, sidewalks and bike lanes. Actual design comes only if the grant is awarded.
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Last discussed Jan 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $19 million in federal construction funding if awarded, with no local match required.
Drivers, pedestrians and cyclists along Neuse Boulevard, especially near the hospital, get a safer corridor.
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