FAIRLAWN, Ohio — A big experiment is coming to busy State Route 18 corridor in Fairlawn, and the results of this test could mean some substantial changes in the future.

The city just landed a $334,000 federal grant to study potential safety improvements for drivers and pedestrians. The study will focus on Route 18 between South Cleveland-Massillon Road to the Rose Hillburial Park entrance.

During a year long experiment, contractors will put up temporary barriers and other improvements to study whether changes to the roadway will reduce crashes and improve safety for pedestrians. Some of the temporary improvements include pedestrian islands in the middle of the roadway, upgraded sidewalks and corridor lighting for safer walking conditions and changes to turn lanes.

The busy corridor has

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