The reconstruction of Ulonų, Pulko, and Santaikos Streets in Alytus has been completed, covering phases II and IV, which included significant infrastructure upgrades aimed at improving traffic conditions and enhancing public safety.
Completed Works:
- Reconstruction of Ulonų St. from the intersection with Pulko St. to Varėna St. (Phase II);
- Reconstruction of Santaikos St. from the intersection with Pulko St. to the intersection with Likiškėliai St. (Phase IV);
- Reconstruction of the carriageway and sidewalks, improving conditions for both pedestrians and vehicles;
- Installation of a pedestrian and bicycle path, providing safe and convenient movement for both cyclists and pedestrians;
- Construction of a roundabout, which improved traffic regulation and reduced congestion;
- Modernization of utility networks, including new stormwater drainage systems and the reconstruction of lighting and telecommunications networks, ensuring reliable and modern infrastructure.
Importance for the City and Residents:
- The reconstruction has greatly improved access to essential services, recreational zones, and tourist destinations in Alytus and the surrounding region.
- These streets are also part of state-importance regional roads that experience heavy transit traffic, so the upgrades ensure safety and comfortable travel for both local residents and transit drivers.
- The project contributes to reducing air pollution, as improved traffic flow helps reduce congestion and vehicle emissions.
This street reconstruction project not only enhanced the city’s infrastructure and traffic safety but also improved the overall quality of the urban environment, creating better conditions for both local and transit traffic.
