We have given cars center stage in our public infrastructure design at the expense of other users. It’s time to take a more balanced approach.
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Do car drivers have to pull up to each intersection, lean out their window and push a button in order to get a green light? No.
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A signalized crossing is an unnecessary expense for what a few traffic cones could easily accomplish. Humanizing Brunswick Street, on the other hand, would be in the best interests of the province and city.
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Readers ask, What's the best crosswalk for my intersection? R. Moses' answer may surprise you.
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A new community center could've fallen victim to the typical auto-oriented public project pitfalls. Instead, local designers created a walkable, bikeable neighborhood amenity that is spurring fresh development.
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Reintroducing some risk, or rather, making the risk that is already there more evident, may be the best thing we can do to help re-build a culture where small mistakes don’t have devastating consequences.
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Pedestrian activity is an indicator of vibrant neighborhoods and a healthy local economy. How can we transform our streets so that pedestrians feel safe and drivers are attentive and courteous to their needs?
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What happens while you wait for a pedestrian walk sign?
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Chuck and Rachel discuss pedestrian crossing and safety issues, along with the Strongest Town march madness competition, plus an upcoming live broadcast from the staff.
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Do car-drivers have to pull up to each intersection, lean out their window and push a button in order to get a green light? No. So why should pedestrians?
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Here's a clear example of the values some engineers bring to their work.
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I suggest starting small. Pick up an orange flag and cross a street. That's how revolutions get started.
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