The Montgomery County Health Council has received a $25,000 grant to improve pedestrian safety and beautify key intersections in Clarksville.
The funding, awarded through the 2026 AARP Community Challenge program with support from Toyota Motor North America, will be used for enhancements near the intersections of Crossland Avenue and Pageant Lane; Highway Drive and Pageant Lane; and Richardson Road and Crossland Avenue, the county announced.
The project aims to create safer and more welcoming spaces by strengthening connections between Moore Magnet Elementary School, Veterans Plaza, the Montgomery County Public Library, the Senior Citizens Center and surrounding neighborhoods.
Community input shaped the project
Community engagement played a significant role in identifying opportunities for improvement. Walk audits and corridor assessments were conducted to assess pedestrian safety, accessibility and neighborhood connectivity…