Pedestrian Safety Concern – Sidewalk Request on Sunset Blvd (US-93, Ward 2) Public Comment from Brandon Ronning Aimee Brunckhorst
From: Brandon Ronning <bronning2042@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, April 27, 2026 9:55 AM
To: Kalispell Meetings Public Comment
Subject: EXTERNAL Pedestrian Safety Concern — Sidewalk Request on Sunset Blvd (US-93,
Ward 2)
Hello,
I am a resident in Ward 2 and I'm writing to raise a pedestrian safety concern and request
consideration for a sidewalk along the northbound side of Sunset Blvd (US-93).
The specific stretch is between:
48012'27.9"N 114019'17.5"W
and
48012'31.6"N 114019'25.5"W
This section runs alongside the golf course and currently has no dedicated pedestrian space.
I've attached three photos and a video showing the current conditions.As you'll see, pedestrians
are forced to walk very close to traffic with little to no shoulder, and visibility becomes especially
poor at night.
I believe this is an important location to address for several reasons:
• It serves as a connection between downtown and Logan Health,the primary hospital in our
community
• The speed limit in this area is 45 mph,which creates a high-risk environment for anyone on
foot
• The lack of lighting and separation from traffic makes it particularly dangerous after dark
This corridor seems like a key gap in pedestrian infrastructure, especially given how important it is
for accessing healthcare and moving between parts of the city.
I understand US-93 is a state highway, but I'm hoping the City can help advocate for this
improvement with the Montana Department of Transportation or consider opportunities for
partnership or future planning.
I would appreciate any information on whether this area has been reviewed before, and whether it
could be considered for future safety improvements.
Thank you for your time and for your service to our community.
Sincerely,
Brandon Ronning
605-216-8689
bronning2042@gmaii.com
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