I occasionally climb the Veitch access from the Custis Trail heading to Courthouse. I have more issues dealing with cars exiting the apartment complex parking lot there than with cars on the short stretch of Veitch/21st. Also, I’ve only headed north there once or twice.
In terms of cycling/pedestrian improvements, I think it would depend on what the developement plans are. Bergmans does not generate a lot of auto traffic, so if it is being replaced with a higher traffic use, then such improvements should be considered. Veitch south of Lee Highway has bike lanes as does Scott. It would be reasonable to have those lanes continue on the connection between them.
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