GOLETA, Calif.—The City of Goleta says its Old Town restriping project is improving safety and making the area more pedestrian-friendly — but some business owners say the changes are still hurting customer traffic.
The project along Hollister Avenue reduced the roadway from four lanes to two and added bike lanes, new crosswalks, and back-in angled parking as part of the city’s effort to create a safer and more walkable downtown corridor.
According to data presented to the Goleta City Council, vehicle speeds have decreased, collisions are down, and pedestrian activity has increased since the changes were implemented…