THE COUNTY. WE’LL LET YOU KNOW WHAT THEY DECIDE. >> YOUR CAPE CORAL NEWS TEAM TODAY, CITY LEADERS ARE EXPECTED TO GIVE THE GREEN LIGHT TO CHANGE THAT TO MAKE YOUR DRIVE SAFER. >> THEY’RE LOOKING AT ADDING A TRAFFIC LIGHT ALONG CHIQUITA BOULEVARD AND EMBERS PARKWAY GULF COAST NEWS REPORTER JACKI GUNTHER’S IN THE CAPE TODAY EXPLAINING HOW THIS IS PART OF A BIGGER SAFETY PLAN IN THE CITY. >> HERE AT THE INTERSECTION OF 2 FEET OF BOULEVARD AND EMBERS PARKWAY. THINGS CAN GET PRETTY HECTIC, ESPECIALLY WITH MARINER, MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOLS JUST UP THE ROAD. >> BUT YOU CAN SEE THIS FOUR-WAY INTERSECTION HAS NO TRAFFIC SIGNALS MAKING IT DANGEROUS. >> AND CAUSING CRASHES LIKE THIS ONE HAPPENING THIS MORNING. >> YEAH, I SEE ACCIDENTS. ICY. JUST PEOPLE RUNNING THROUGH IT WITHOUT ANY DISREGARD A TRAFFIC LIGHT WILL ABSOLUTELY HELP FOR SURE. THE CITY SAYS THE INTERSECTION HAS BECOME BUSIER OVER TIME AND A SIGNAL COULD HELP IMPROVE BOTH SAFETY. >> AND TRAFFIC FLOW. THE PROJECT COMES WITH A PRICE TAG OF ABOUT 1.8 MILLION DOLLARS, INCLUDING EXTRA FUNDS. SET ASIDE FOR ANY UNEXPECTED COSTS ALONG THE WAY. THEY’RE ALSO PLANNING TO USE OUTSIDE EXPERTS TO MAKE SURE THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION MEETS SAFETY STANDARDS. IT’S ALL PART OF THE CITY’S BIGGER PLAN TO MAKE DRIVING SAFER AND LESS OF A HEADACHE FOR YOU. JUST LAST MONTH, THEY APPROVED TO PUT IN ANOTHER TRAFFIC LIGHT DOWN THE ROAD AT THE CHIQUITA AND TROPICANA INTERSECTION, PEOPLE WHO LIVE OFF. CHIQUITA SAY IT’S A LONG TIME COMING. YEAH, I THINK THAT’S DEFINITELY A GOOD STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION AS REAL BAD, ESPECIALLY DURING SCHOOL HOURS OR RUSH HOUR. EVERYBODY IS GOING HOME FROM WORK. >> IT’S JUST RIDICULOUS AS IT MOVES FORWARD TODAY, CONSTRUCTION IS EXPECTED TO TAKE ABOUT 8 MONTHS TO COMPLETE. >> THE MEETING WILL BEGIN
Cape Coral set to approve traffic light installation at busy intersection
Cape Coral city leaders are considering a $1.8 million project to install a traffic light at the intersection of Chiquita Boulevard and Embers Parkway to improve safety and traffic flow.
Updated: 1:18 PM EDT Mar 25, 2026
Cape Coral city leaders are looking to install a traffic light at the intersection of Chiquita Boulevard and Embers Parkway to enhance safety and traffic flow, with the project estimated to cost $1.8 million.At the intersection, traffic can become hectic, especially with Mariner Middle and High Schools nearby. The four-way intersection currently lacks traffic lights, leading to dangerous situations and crashes, such as one that occurred this morning.Yerandy Dopico, who lives off of Chiquita Boulevard, said, “Yeah, I see accidents. I see people running through it without any disregard. A traffic light will absolutely help for sure.”The city has noted that the intersection has become busier over time, and a signal could help improve both safety and traffic flow. The project includes extra funds for any unexpected costs, and the city plans to use outside experts to ensure the design and construction meet safety standards.This initiative is part of a larger plan by the city to make driving safer and less of a headache for residents. Last month, the city approved the installation of another traffic light at the Chiquita Boulevard and Tropicana Parkway intersection. If the project moves forward today, construction is expected to take about eight months to complete. The meeting to discuss the project will begin at 4 p.m.DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.
CAPE CORAL, Fla. —
Cape Coral city leaders are looking to install a traffic light at the intersection of Chiquita Boulevard and Embers Parkway to enhance safety and traffic flow, with the project estimated to cost $1.8 million.
At the intersection, traffic can become hectic, especially with Mariner Middle and High Schools nearby. The four-way intersection currently lacks traffic lights, leading to dangerous situations and crashes, such as one that occurred this morning.
Yerandy Dopico, who lives off of Chiquita Boulevard, said, “Yeah, I see accidents. I see people running through it without any disregard. A traffic light will absolutely help for sure.”
The city has noted that the intersection has become busier over time, and a signal could help improve both safety and traffic flow. The project includes extra funds for any unexpected costs, and the city plans to use outside experts to ensure the design and construction meet safety standards.
This initiative is part of a larger plan by the city to make driving safer and less of a headache for residents.
Last month, the city approved the installation of another traffic light at the Chiquita Boulevard and Tropicana Parkway intersection.
If the project moves forward today, construction is expected to take about eight months to complete. The meeting to discuss the project will begin at 4 p.m.
DOWNLOAD the free Gulf Coast News app for your latest news and alerts on breaking news, weather, sports, entertainment, and more on your phone or tablet. And check out the Very Local Gulf Coast app to stream news, entertainment and original programming on your TV.