Palm Coast City Council Approves Major Safety Improvements to Whiteview Parkway

On Tuesday, April 15, the Palm Coast City Council approved a $6.57 million construction contract to begin long-awaited improvements to Whiteview Parkway. The project, which spans over three miles from U.S. 1 to Pritchard Drive, is designed to enhance safety, ease traffic flow, and create a more walkable corridor for residents. 

The upgrades include resurfacing the entire roadway, extending turn lanes, adding new signalized crossings, and building a 12-foot-wide multi-use path along the south side of Whiteview Parkway from White Mill Drive to Pritchard Drive. These improvements aim to make the corridor safer and more comfortable for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike.

As part of the design, several neighborhood intersections will be reconfigured to reduce dangerous turning movements and cut-through traffic. New turn lanes and median modifications will be implemented at intersections including Pine Tree Drive, Princess Rose Drive, Ravenwood Drive, Whippoorwill Drive, White Mill Drive, Rolling Sands Drive, and Wood Ash Lane. Where needed, U-turn access will be added to maintain connectivity while minimizing conflict points.

The project also includes the installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons and upgraded pedestrian signals at key crossings, new drainage infrastructure to prevent flooding, and landscaping to improve the corridor’s overall appearance. The improvements have been developed through years of planning, design updates, and resident input.

“This isn’t just about fixing pavement—it’s about creating a safer, smarter, and more connected Palm Coast,” said Carl Cote, the City’s Director of Stormwater & Engineering. “We’re not only improving traffic flow, but also making it safer for people to walk, bike, and access neighborhoods along this major corridor.”

The construction contract was awarded to Halifax Paving, Inc. The total project cost includes FDOT-eligible construction work, along with additional funding for landscaping, engineering services, and oversight. Approximately $1.58 million of the cost will be covered through the Florida Department of Transportation.

Construction is expected to begin in spring 2025. Residents can follow project updates and traffic advisories at https://www.palmcoast.gov/pcprogress. 

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