The street barricades are ugly, block the sidewalk, block the drivers view of pedestrians and bicycles. They have a value when in actual use. othrewise they are in the way. Seems like thewhole Northgate area is a NON-FRIENDLY area for pedestrians. Crosswalks not clearly marked, sidewalks obstructed, etc...
While visiting Northampton, Mass. I was very impressed with their accomodations for pedestrians. I recommend you look at their simple methods that could make our Northgate area a much safer, pedestrian friendly environment.

Mr Dallis,

Thank you for your concern about this. I am checking right now with several people in the Planning Department to find out more about who manages the barricades and to see if there is any violation regarding their placement and obstruction of pedestrian access on the sidewalks. I will post a response as soon as I find out more.

Thank You,
Barbara Moore
Neighborhood Services

Thank you for the information. The City along with TXDOT will be making some changes in the next few months to deal with blockades in the Northgate area. Hopefully, these changes will eliminate or the issue you have described with the side walks being blocked. Once the changes have begun, I will update that information here.

Thanks
Barbara Moore
Neighborhood Services Coordinator

Good Morning,

This case is now being closed. This improvements in this area of Northgate are finished.

Thank You