The city of Syracuse has announced changes to roadways in the Syracuse University area that are intended to increase parking space and pedestrian and cyclist safety.

The changes will mostly occur along Comstock and Waverly avenues, and include new parking options, a cycle track and traffic calming devices, according to a city press release.

As a result, Comstock and Waverly will both be reduced to two driving lanes starting Friday. Curbside parking will be added between South Crouse Avenue and the Newhouse II building, according to the release. In addition, a “floating parking lane” will be implemented in the area after Walnut Place and onto Comstock Avenue. The project will result in 60–70 additional parking spaces total, according to the release.

Crews will begin doing work in the designated areas this week. A white stripe will be painted along the side of the street and an 8-foot lane will be available for parking along Comstock Avenue. There will be a striped buffer along the side of the lane, according to the press release. In addition, a nine to 10 feet wide cycle track will be striped for use. Pending approval by the city, striping work will begin on Friday.

Alexander Marion, the press secretary for Mayor Stephanie Miner, did not return multiple phone calls and emails. Keith Kobland, media manager for the Office of News Services at SU, referred questions to Marion, saying, “this is a city of Syracuse project, not a Syracuse University project.”