Commissioner Flynn testifies on Intro 1004 (pedestrian safety signage)
Flynn says DOT already prioritizes pedestrian safety and supports the intent of Intro 1004 requiring signs reminding pedestrians to look up, but has concerns about fit with existing toolkit.
Next, Intro 1004, sponsored by Council Member Maloney.
This bill requires DOT to paint signs on street corners or intersections adjacent to a crosswalk that remind pedestrians to look up at incoming traffic.
The bill also requires DOT to provide educational materials on street safety to schools.
This is work that we already strive to do and would be happy to collaborate with Council on strengthening our outreach and educational efforts.
Pedestrians are our most vulnerable population.
Everything we do prioritizes pedestrian safety, and we completely understand the need to make sure everyone on the...
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Thank you very much.
And we completely understand the need to make sure everyone on the roadway is aware of their surroundings.
We already deploy data-proven interventions, and our efforts are working with research showing that extremely few fatalities are caused by distracted walking.
Although we support the intent of this bill, we have concerns with how this tool fits within our existing street safety toolkit.
We always welcome input from Council.
members on any suggested locations to explore additional safety enhancements.