Faded lane lines raise safety concerns at US 301 and University Parkway

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - Drivers are raising concerns about faded lane lines at the intersection of US 301 and University Parkway.Some drivers say the white lane lines are so faded that it is hard to tell where each lane is.Mary Anne Pruden, a part-time Suncoast resident, said she was shocked by the condition of the road when she returned to town.“I’m extremely concerned. I don’t want to see anyone killed going to Detwiler’s Market,” Pruden said.“I have not witnessed any lines, really bright lane stripes, on University Parkway, and I consider that extremely dangerous,” Pruden said.Pruden said she wants the issue fixed before more part-time residents return for the season.“My intent is to save lives because it’s a safety hazard,” Pruden said.County response“Manatee County’s Traffic Operations Division Manager received the complaint on 10/14. Operations staff investigated the location and added it to our priority maintenance list to complete by the end of this month,” the county sai