Goodrich- The traffic light at the intersection of M-15 and Erie Street is set to become fully functional this week, said Village Council President Ed York. Thus far, the light has only been blinking yellow, not utilizing stop and go signals.
The light was installed May 1 but is currently only there temporarily in conjunction with ongoing construction projects. However, some residents and council members have been working to keep the traffic signal as a permanent fixture at the intersection.
After two informal counts and two Michigan Department of Transportation traffic counts last year, MDOT officials determined the intersection wasn’t sufficiently dangerous to warrant a light.
Supporters hope the proposed senior housing development that would be built near the intersection will also help garner support for a permanent light.