Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Murrysville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues in roads
Motor Grader Replacement
The aging road grader (over 40 years old, parts unavailable) isn't in the 2027 capital budget because the municipality is waiting on a statewide LSA grant; if the grant fails, staff would return to council to reallocate funds.
Route 22 traffic signal upgrades
Murrysville won a PennDOT Multimodal Transportation Fund grant to replace the system that syncs all the traffic lights along Route 22, including Old William Penn and Vincent Hall. Expect smoother commutes, but the project takes about two years from engineering through installation.
Murrysville library reopening and outdoor seating requirement
The renovated library should reopen later this month, including a certified autism-friendly sensory space. It still must add outdoor seating for its grant, and the sidewalk project may help with the ADA landscaping challenge.
Road surface treatment project
Council awarded the annual road paving contract to Derry Construction, capped at $1.5 million from the capital budget.
Route 22 and School Road traffic signal failures
The traffic signal at Route 22 and School Road keeps failing, causing long waits up and down the corridor because it controls nearby signals too. A grant-funded replacement system is still a year or two away.
New 4-way stop at School Road and North Hills Road
A dangerous intersection with 14 crashes in five years is getting an all-way stop. Drivers should expect temporary flashing lights and new signage to help break old habits.
Route 286/380 signal confusion
PennDOT reconfigured the traffic signals at Route 380 and 286 so the continuous-green right lane is clearly marked with overhead signals, after residents complained about confusion.
Logan Ferry Bridge replacement costs
Engineering for the Logan Ferry Bridge replacement alone will cost over $400,000, with the whole project topping $2 million. The municipality has an $800,000 state grant, so more funding will be needed. Relocating the bridge was studied and ruled out as not feasible.