YPSILANTI TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WXYZ) — Construction has begun on safety improvements at the intersection of Tuttle Hill Road and Meritt Road in Ypsilanti Township, where a 14-year-old was struck and killed in a tragic incident that has sparked community calls for change.

Workers are currently laying the foundation for rectangular rapid flashing beacons that will be installed later this fall, according to Brent Schlack, director of engineering for the Washtenaw County Road Commission.

"The pedestrian will come up to the crosswalk, they'll be able to push a button and these rapid flashing beacons will then be activated for the pedestrian to then be able to cross the road," Schlack said.

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The road commission also added new pavement markings to improve visibility at the intersection.

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