Recent Streetsblog CALIFORNIA posts about Vision Zero

Metro average bus speed has declined since 2003. Can Vision Zero and Great Streets be to blame? Graph from Metro staff presentation

Traffic Calming Is Not the Main Cause of L.A. Metro Bus Speed Issues

By Joe Linton | Jul 24, 2017 | No Comments

Is Vision Zero in conflict with bus speeds? Metro boardmember Mike Bonin makes a compelling case that bus riders and safety advocates have more common ground than conflict.

Under consideration for Fletcher Drive is this alternative 1 which includes road diet bike lanes. LADOT image via Walk Eagle Rock

LADOT Hosts Second Workshop on Fletcher Drive Vision Zero Safety Improvements

By Joe Linton | Jul 21, 2017 | No Comments

LADOT included a tepid new alternative. Attendees favored none of the above. Another meeting is coming up.

In response to recent traffic deaths, LADOT plans to improve Temple Street, potentially adding new bike lanes and crosswalk enhancements. Image via LADOT

Vision Zero Safety Improvements Planned for Temple Street in L.A.

By Joe Linton | Jul 19, 2017 | No Comments

Though the project details are not fully finalized, last week LADOT presented a tentative plan with an initial phase that would include relatively cheap and quick improvements, including a road diet.

Breakdown of Vision Zero 2017-18 budget approved today. Image via Councilmember Mike Bonin

L.A. City Council Approves $27.2M for Vision Zero in 2017 Budget

By Joe Linton | May 19, 2017 | No Comments

The L.A. City Council approved $27.2 million in funding for Vision Zero, primarily for pedestrian safety improvements.

LADOT General Manager Seleta Reynolds speaking on the 2017 budget. Reynolds estimated that $80 million is needed for Vision Zero. As it now stands, the Budget Committee currently has no funds allocated to Vision Zero. Screenshot via lacity.org

Vision-less L.A. City Budget Committee Turns Its Back On Vision Zero Funding

By Joe Linton | May 16, 2017 | No Comments

This Thursday the Los Angeles City Council could approve a fiscal year 2017-18 budget that includes no funding specifically for Vision Zero.

Can you find the jaywalkers? Image: Chris Nelson/Twitter

In Canada, Traffic Safety PSAs Blame Jaywalkers, But Stats Tell a Different Story

By Stephen Miller | May 12, 2017 | No Comments

Chris Nelson used Edmonton's own motor vehicle collision data to make a chart showing who -- or, more often, what -- is on the receiving end when Edmonton motorists crash their cars. It quickly dispels any rationale for focusing on jaywalking.

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