Local speed-safety pilots and traffic-calming initiatives
Street Safety & Traffic Calming
Several cities across the nation are actively launching and updating traffic-calming initiatives and speed-safety pilot programs aimed at reducing speeding, enhancing pedestrian safety, and engaging the community for effective implementation.
Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) Speed Safety Systems Pilot
LADOT has initiated a new Speed Safety Systems Program designed to address speeding issues citywide. The program emphasizes the deployment of advanced traffic-calming measures, such as automated speed enforcement and adaptive traffic signals, to create safer streets for pedestrians and cyclists. Public feedback is a crucial component of this pilot, with open comments now solicited to shape its development and deployment.
Spokane’s “Safe Streets for All” Initiative
In Spokane, Washington, city officials are seeking community input on updates to their 2026 Safe Streets plans. The initiative focuses on traffic calming measures tailored to reduce vehicle speeds and improve safety for vulnerable road users. The city emphasizes a transparent process, encouraging residents to share their perspectives on proposed changes, which may include traffic calming devices, signage, and street redesigns to promote safer neighborhoods.
Akron’s Traffic-Calming Updates
Downtown Akron continues to prioritize combating speeding through ongoing traffic-calming measures. During recent city council discussions, officials emphasized the importance of community feedback and data-driven strategies to address speeding concerns. The updates reflect efforts to implement new measures such as curb extensions, pedestrian islands, and speed bumps, aiming to make streets safer for pedestrians and drivers alike.
Overall Goals and Community Engagement
These initiatives collectively aim to achieve several key objectives:
- Reduce vehicle speeding through innovative enforcement and physical calming measures
- Improve pedestrian safety by redesigning streets and installing calming infrastructure
- Solicit public feedback to ensure community needs and concerns are addressed in planning and deployment
By actively involving residents and stakeholders, these cities are working toward safer, more livable neighborhoods where traffic flows smoothly, and everyone can move about with greater confidence and security.