Pedestrians make westville vibrant.
Jane Jacobs famously referred to the "sidewalk ballet," the intricate human-scale activity that makes a place feel safe and lively. The spontaneous interactions among neighbors and visitors make Westville special.
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Pedestrians are vulnerable road users.
Nationwide, pedestrian deaths have been steadily rising since 2009. As Americans drive more in larger, better-protected vehicles, the danger of walking and cycling increases. New Haven's Complete Streets Policy requires protection of all road users, prioritizing the most vulnerable - but much implementation work remains.
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We have the right to move.
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We can change things.
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All people, no matter their mode of transport, should be able to move through and participate in Westville without fearing for their safety. We have special concern for groups of people particularly vulnerable to vehicular violence: children, older adults, people with disabilities, people of color, and people of lower economic status.
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We already know what works to make cars less dangerous and pedestrians safer. Speed kills. Engineering, education, and equity-focused enforcement are all part of the solution.
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