The 7 Best Ways to Improve Nighttime Pedestrian Safety

This article was posted by Emma Thorpe on April 26, 2022

Is nighttime pedestrian safety an issue in your community? Imagine this: It’s just past dusk and the streets are quiet as you head home from a late meeting, driving on a …

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Q&A: How Danville, CA Enhanced Safety Where Vehicles and Pedestrians Intersect

This article was posted by Robert Kurka on September 1, 2021

Nestled in the San Ramon Valley just east of San Francisco lies Danville, a town over 44,000 people call home. At three crossings along the Iron Horse Regional Trail, the trail network that …

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Optimizing Pedestrian Safety: Why RRFBs Are the Go-To Tool for Many Communities

This article was posted by Robert Kurka on December 2, 2020

Even the most diligent drivers may not notice a pedestrian up ahead, especially in poor light or weather conditions. Unfortunately, static pedestrian crossing signs t …

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Optimizing Pedestrian Safety: 5 Low-Tech but Highly Valuable Pedestrian Safety Solutions

This article was posted by Robert Kurka on November 4, 2020

There are many simple pedestrian safety enhancements available that don’t require large budgets or advanced technology, yet still protec …

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Optimizing Pedestrian Safety: New Data on Mid-Block Crosswalk Usage by City Size and Region

This article was posted by Robert Kurka on October 7, 2020

Nearly three-quarters of pedestrian deaths occur away from intersections, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) report. Fortunately, …

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When to Consider a Staggered Crosswalk Design

This article was posted by Robert Kurka on September 23, 2020

With over 6,000 pedestrian fatalities each year in the U.S. alone, government agencies must be aware of every safety measure at their disposal. While technological advancements like V2 …

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