Why do we need a roundabout?

Why do we need a roundabout?

From Akron Mirror by Akron Mirror

February 25, 2026 · 21 min

About this episode

Matt Stewart discusses the importance of roundabouts and changing transportation needs in the Akron area.

Matt Stewart, the Transportation Planning Administrator for the Akron Metropolitan Area Transportation Study, joins Keith to talk about our changing transportation needs. To weigh in directly on transportation-related matters in our community, find out more about the AMATS Citizens Involvement Committee at www.amatsplanning.org/citizens-involvement-committee Akron Mirror is a podcast from the Akron-Summit County Public Library. All information is current as of the publication date.

People in this episode

Host: Keith

Guest: Matt Stewart

Topics covered

  • transportation
  • community involvement
  • urban planning
  • roundabouts
  • local government

Keywords

  • roundabout
  • transportation planning
  • Akron
  • community
  • AMATS
  • urban development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Akron Metropolitan Area Transportation Study, Akron-Summit County Public Library, AMATS Citizens Involvement Committee, www.amatsplanning.org/citizens-involvement-committee

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