Topic: National Roads Authority
Roads authority seeking bids for Google Street View project
The National Roads Authority is inviting bidders to provide mobile 360-degree imagery to update Google Street View of all public roads in Grand Cayman.
More needed to improve accessibility for those with disabilities, says CPA board member
After a serious automobile accident left him paralysed from the chest down, Kenneth Ebanks, who was – and remains – a board member of the Central Planning Authority, spoke to his fellow board members about making Cayman more accessible for people with disabilities.
Government sets September start for East-West Arterial
Government plans to begin survey work on the long-awaited East-West Arterial road in April, with construction targeted to start in September.
New affordable housing blueprint on the way
A road map for an affordable and sustainable housing policy will be tabled in Parliament this year, MPs have heard.
New portion of East-West Arterial extension opening
Drivers in Bodden Town will soon be able to use a brand-new stretch of road between the junction of Hirst Road and Rex Crighton Boulevard and Agricola Drive, off Shamrock Road.
Road groups pledge to improve cycle safety
Cayman’s cyclists have welcomed a pledge by the National Road Safety Committee to improve safety following a recent spate of collisions between cyclists and motorists.
Election candidates to be ordered to move billboards breaching new signage rules
The National Roads Authority and Planning Department are warning that they may remove the signs of any political candidates who breach rules over the size and placement of election billboards.
Cheaper options to be highlighted in final East-West Arterial report
Following strong criticism at recent meetings about the cost of the proposed East-West Arterial extension, the National Roads Authority and its consultants say they will highlight cheaper options for the new road in their final report.
North Siders demand cheaper option for East-West Arterial extension
North Siders and East Enders have called for government to opt for the cheapest version of the proposed East-West Arterial extension to be implemented so the road can be built as soon as possible, without a US$1 billion price tag for the islands.
The billion-dollar road: East-West Arterial costs over next 50 years revealed
A draft environmental statement relating to the East-West Arterial road has revealed that the cost of building and maintaining the eight-mile road extension to the eastern districts will be more than US$1 billion over the next 50 years.
Thank you, National Roads Authority
I wanted to take a moment to shine a light on something that is good and working well in government – our National Roads...
George Town residents flooded out by Tropical Storm Helene
Grand Cayman residents confronted wind and rising water on Tuesday, as Tropical Storm Helene brought heavy rains to the island. In low-lying areas especially, many found themselves fighting floodwater inside their homes.
Cayman prepares for potential flooding
With the threat of severe weather and potential tropical cyclone 9 on Monday, Cayman residents and government agencies kicked into preparation mode ahead of anticipated heavy rainfall.
‘Unlawful’ road delineators removed by NRA
Scores of road delineators were uprooted from the soft shoulder of West Bay Road by the National Roads Authority who say the removal is to facilitate the installation of new cycle-lanes.
Developer carries out unauthorised land clearing by proposed road extension
A developer seeking to create 99 residential lots near the proposed extension of the East-West Arterial has cleared the land and begun building access roads before taking their application before the planning board.
Preferred alternative route examined for East-West Arterial
The steering committee tasked with moving the contentious East-West Arterial extension forward is said to be focusing on the preferred alternative alignment of the long-awaited project.
Time to get rid of Grand Harbour roundabout?
A multi-million-dollar package of new roads, roundabout layouts and traffic signals is needed to prevent total gridlock on the main commuter route into George Town, according to a new report.
Jay Bodden Highway opens
The first section of the Airport Connector Road, now named the Jay Bodden Highway, opened on Friday afternoon following an official ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Bodden family members and government officials.
First phase of Airport Connector Road to open Friday
Phase 1 of the Airport Connector Road will open to the motoring public on Friday afternoon, 22 Dec., the National Roads Authority has announced.
New roundabout on Bobby Thompson Way opens
Starting Monday, drivers will no longer be able to access the existing roundabout on Bobby Thompson Way, as the National Roads Authority introduces a new road layout in the area.
National road safety plan aims to eliminate road deaths by 2038
A newly published Cayman-wide road safety plan sets out how the government can cut deaths, injuries and offences on the islands’ roads over the next 15 years.
Edgewater Way to be upgraded and widened
Travel along Edgewater Way in Grand Harbour is expected to become easier and safer following proposed upgrades to the 1,700-foot long road.
Roadworks scheduled for Linford Pierson Highway Sunday morning
The eastbound lane of the Linford Pierson Highway will be closed for several hours on Sunday morning, 13 Aug., while the National Roads Authority carries out roadworks.
Grand Harbour roundabout changes postponed
Plans to permanently redirect traffic on the Grand Harbour roundabout have been put on hold two weeks after residents publicly voiced strong objections to the changes.
Public upset over Grand Harbour roundabout changes
More than 100 residents attended the Opposition-hosted event at the Seafarers Association in Red Bay to discuss the proposed redirection of traffic on the Grand Harbour roundabout.
Lane changes planned for Grand Harbour roundabout
From 5 June, drivers exiting the Grand Harbour complex will no longer to be able to enter South Sound or Crewe Road from the roundabout, but instead must turn left onto Shamrock Road and then turn back at the next roundabout.
Flooding fears prompt attempt to halt West Bay development
Residents of a West Bay neighbourhood are banding together to try to take action against a 192-apartment complex being built next door to them about which they say they were never notified and is causing severe flooding.
Report suggests ways to ease Grand Harbour roundabout bottleneck
A report aimed at combatting the traffic bottlenecks at Grand Harbour includes a recommendation to build a new road to take pressure off the roundabout that is the scene of long daily tailbacks.
Gilbert McLean leaves NRA post
Former legislator Gilbert McLean is no longer the chairman of the board at the National Roads Authority, though it appears he never formally accepted the post before it was gazetted in a government notice.
‘Mangroves don’t vote’ – Debate rumbles as road deadline looms
Following two public meetings last week, residents of the Cayman Islands now have until Monday, 20 Feb., to submit comments on the scope of the environmental impact assessment of the East-West Arterial Extension.
Residents voice support, concerns over East-West Arterial extension
Getting up at 4am, and dressing their children and feeding them breakfast in their cars, while sitting in morning traffic is a daily routine for some living in the eastern districts of Grand Cayman, a public meeting about the East-West Arterial extension heard on Tuesday night.
Analyst’s report questions need for East-West Arterial expansion
An analysis of the proposed East-West Arterial extension, carried out on the request of environmental advocate group Sustainable Cayman, suggests that the 10-mile road expansion is unnecessary and funds would be better spent widening existing roads.
Scope of East-West Arterial environmental impact study released
A draft document outlining the scope of an upcoming environment impact assessment for the expansion of the East-West Arterial road will examine not just its potential impact on the Central Mangrove Wetlands, but the consequences of not going ahead with the project.
Parliament passes 12 bills in final sitting of the year
Legislators had a busy last sitting of the year in Parliament, passing 12 bills and deferring one more.
The future of rush hour: The story in data
As Grand Cayman’s population continues to increase, the island’s traffic problems are unlikely to go away.
Thinking outside the lanes: Other ideas to beat traffic
While the NRA’s remit is largely road building, the agency had put forward a number of other ideas, based on its research that could be considered to impact traffic.
Think traffic is bad now? Imagine rush hour 2036
Commutes from North Side to George Town could clock in at well over two hours within a decade without extensive upgrades to the road network, National Roads Authority data suggests.
Temporary road layout along Linford Pierson Highway
A new temporary road layout along the Linford Pierson Highway is in effect as the National Roads Authority continues its road-widening project, which involves creating new lanes and constructing a larger roundabout.
Special report: Rethinking Rush Hour
Traffic is a climate problem, a quality of life problem, a resource drain and a catalyst for development. In a special report, the Compass, examines one of the island's most persistent issues.
Opinion: Congestion charges could change commuter habits
Guest columnist Julian Morris argues that charging to use the roads during peak times could be one of the only ways to make a serious impact on traffic in Cayman.
Sustainable Cayman seeks rethink of road building plans
As the Cayman Islands looks for solutions to escalating traffic challenges, Sustainable Cayman is urging government to prioritise quality of life and environmental protection.
Phase 2 Linford Pierson Highway Widening Project to Commence
The Ministry of Planning, Agriculture, Housing and Infrastructure and the National Roads Authority (NRA) announce that Phase 2 of the Linford Pierson Highway widening project will commence on Monday, March 14.
NRA upgrades Cost-U-Less roundabout after fatal crash
The recent fatal accident at the roundabout near Cost-U-Less on the Esterly Tibbetts Bypass has prompt the National Roads Authority to make upgrades to the site in an effort to make the stretch of road more 'forgiving'.
Safe Driving Urged Around Pedestrian Crossings
The National Roads Authority reminds drivers to exercise particular caution around all pedestrian crossings, especially near schools where children are crossing the road.
National Roads Authority begins Grace clear-up
National Roads Authority staff and private contractors have begun systematic clearing of roads and drains of debris from last week's Tropical Storm Grace.
Graves exhumed to make way for road expansion
Three graves in a small private cemetery beside Shamrock Road were exhumed on Sunday to make way for the widening of the road.
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Vandalised West Bay road sign removed
A National Roads Authority West Bay road sign was removed Friday after it was defaced by vandals.
National Roads Authority appoints new MD
Edward Howard has been appointed the full-time managing director of the National Roads Authority, after serving in an acting role for almost three years.
NRA marks shared bike/car lanes
New 'sharrows' or markings that indicate lanes that are shared between bicycles and motor vehicles are being added to local roads.
Traffic diversion planned at Tomlinson roundabout Tuesday
The National Roads Authority and its subcontractor will continue paving works on the Dr. Tomlinson roundabout throughout Tuesday.
Shedden Road upgrades ongoing
Upgrades to Shedden Road in George Town are continuing, with asphalt from a portion of the road from the Thomas Russel Avenue intersection cleared in preparation for repairs and re-paving.
NRA to speed up road projects
The National Roads Authority says it is taking advantage of the decrease in traffic due to the COVID-19 lockdown to accelerate road infrastructure work.
The Great Rush Hour Race
Four commuters, four different modes of transport, two routes, one race. Car vs. bike, kayak vs. bus. To conclude our month-long series investigating causes of, and potential solutions to, the island’s traffic troubles, we wanted to challenge the assumption that the car is still the best way to travel in Cayman. So we put it to the test in a rush-hour race.
Electric rides help commuters dodge traffic
From electric scooters to one-wheel e-skateboards, new types of battery powered vehicles are helping a growing number of commuters dodge the traffic.
Planning to improve traffic flow
As Cayman looks to update its Development Plan for the first time in more than two decades, managing traffic has moved up the list of priorities.
Bike-share business popular with tourists
Opposite the Westin hotel on West Bay Road, a couple unloads groceries and beach towels from the basket of a distinctive green-and-white bicycle.
The car that rents by the minute…
In the plush interior of the Arch Automotive showroom in Camana Bay, I push a button on my smartphone and a map lights up with four ‘Zun’ icons, indicating the location of available vehicles.
Stuck in traffic? There’s an app for that
At one of Cayman’s biggest businesses, the conversation about congestion is going beyond talk. Dart’s internal innovation unit, known as Dart Labs, is road testing solutions.
Auditors question NRA internal controls
The Office of the Auditor General in its latest report has flagged purchasing breaches within the National Roads Authority.
Would Cayman ditch private cars for the bus?
Government is considering bigger buses and new routes as it seeks to improve public transport and encourage people to leave their cars behind, says Rosa Harris, chair of the Public Transport Board.
Courts Road to be extended to combat flooding
The National Roads Authority is extending Courts Road towards the Esterley Tibbetts Highway to help deal with flooding and drainage issues.
Transportation and business focus of Hew address
A new Department of Vehicle and Drivers’ Licensing office in West Bay, improved transportation and enhanced cybersecurity were among the items Minister of Commerce, Planning and Infrastructure Joey Hew touched on during his address to the Legislative Assembly Wednesday.
Conference: Create road safety council
Perhaps the most important thing that may come out of last week’s Road Safety Week conference, sponsored by the National Roads Authority, was the idea of establishing a Road Safety Council in Cayman.
NRA announces new roadworks
The National Roads Authority has announced a number of upcoming roadworks and highlighted some ongoing work as part of its efforts to ease traffic...
Printers Way roadwork set to begin
The National Roads Authority is set to begin roadwork on Printers Way Tuesday, which means there will be limited access to motorists wanting to use the George Town thoroughfare.
New road planned for Beach Bay hotel
Proposed changes to road infrastructure in connection with plans for a Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Beach Bay have not appeared in previous agreements between the developer and government, according to the National Roads Authority.
Police, NRA clean up waterfront in George Town
Following reports of attempts by individuals trying to sell drugs and rent chairs along the waterfront in George Town, police and National Roads Authority, with a landscaping company, cleaned up the area earlier this month.
Signal to ease Grand Harbour traffic
The National Roads Authority is installing a new traffic signal on South Sound Road in an effort to ease traffic on Crewe Road and Linford Pierson Highway during evening rush hour. The signal is expected to begin operating on 19 Aug.
NRA to begin Shamrock Road paving work
The National Roads Authority will be carrying out upgrades to the eastbound lane of Shamrock Road later this week and early next week.
Shamrock Road paving
The National Roads Authority and its subcontractor will be carrying out upgrades to the pavement along Shamrock Road’s eastbound lane.
Letter: The shortest pavement in town
I would like to thank the National Roads Authority for constructing one of the shortest pavements in town outside the Lobster Pot. The design rivals those of many of the road designs of an English County Council.
Roadworks scheduled for CNB roundabout
The National Roads Authority is advising motorists to drive with caution and reduce speed in the vicinity of Cayman National Bank roundabout this weekend, 29-30 June.
