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As we arrive at May, the need to ensure Vancouver's public space – and in particular it's street network - supports safe #PhysicalDistancing is as important as ever. The curve appears to be flattening in BC, but the challenges posed by #COVID19 are far from over. [Thread] /1
Back in March (which, using #COVIDTime, seems like a year ago) we came out w/recommendations for Open & Safe Streets. We’ve updated these a few times & will soon release a new version. Nicer design, more photos, illustrations by @Dereklansonlee of @pwlpartnership. Stay tuned! /2
Current version accessed here: vancouverpublicspace.ca/2020/04/07/cov… /3
After @slcmayor ordered that intersections in Salt Lake City give pedestrians the auto green light (instead of hitting the beg button), I asked UDOT if it would do the same.
The agency's answer was so profound, I need to share it in full.
#covidstreets
The agency's answer was so profound, I need to share it in full.
#covidstreets
UDOT spokesman: "We are evaluating that possibility, but it is unlikely as doing away with the pedestrian buttons presents challenges to safety and mobility."
UDOT: "Pedestrian recalls can negatively affect safety. Instead of traffic signals being actuated (where they come on only with demand and stay on only as long as needed), they would become more fixed in the duration of the green."
