Discussion on Porter Plan Scheduled

A man drives a motorcycle through the intersection at Porter Avenue and Robinson Street, an area within the Porter Avenue Corridor that could come under construction. Photo by Hailey Branson

Norman residents can comment and ask questions about proposed changes to Porter Avenue during a citizen discussion scheduled for Tuesday evening at a Norman City Council meeting.

The city council will consider a resolution adopting the Porter Corridor Plan, which was passed unanimously by the Norman Planning Commission on September 10. The plan calls for changes to a 60-block area, called the Porter Avenue Corridor, including the establishment of a barrier between residential and commercial properties as well as the narrowing of Porter with the addition of turning lanes.

"Oh my gosh, I hate turning lanes," said Autumn Brown, a psychology senior who lives near the intersection of Robinson Street and Porter. "They're just so dangerous, and there are always wrecks involved. I am thoroughly confused about this."

The meeting will be at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at 201 W. Gray St. in the Municipal Building Council Chambers. The City of Norman can be reached at 405-366-5406.