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Median Refuges: Creating Safer Crossings in Palm Springs

Landscaped medians with pedestrian refuges bring multiple benefits to our Village streets. These design features divide wide roadways into manageable crossing segments, allowing people to safely pause midway when crossing busy streets.

8th Avenue Complete Streets: Your Voice Shapes Our Future

After listening to valuable community feedback, we’re excited to present our vision for 8th Avenue. This design reflects what you told us matters most – safety and accessibility for everyone who uses the street, whether walking, cycling, or driving.

Vision Zero Takes Root in Palm Springs: A Data-Driven Path to Safer Streets

In a significant move towards enhancing public safety, the Village of Palm Springs has assembled a comprehensive Vision Zero Action Plan Taskforce. This initiative brings together key stakeholders committed to eliminating traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries through data-driven solutions.

Hernandez Family Wins Free Bike at Holiday Tree Lighting Event!

Vision Zero Florida made a significant impact at the Village of Palm Springs Holiday Tree Lighting Event, engaging community members in road safety initiatives. The Hernandez family won a free bicycle, sponsored by Richwagen’s Delray Bike & Sport, highlighting VZFLA’s commitment to creating safer streets for all.

Senior Residents Speak Up About Road Safety in the Village of Palm Springs Senior Citizen Health Expo 2024

Recent feedback from Palm Springs seniors reveals significant traffic safety concerns in our village, with one-third of Senior Health Expo survey participants reporting involvement in local traffic accidents. Speeding on major roads and pedestrian safety top the list of concerns, sparking calls for enhanced safety measures like speed bumps, better street lighting, and safer crosswalks. These insights are now driving changes in Palm Springs’ Vision Zero Action Plan to create safer streets for residents of all ages.

Building a Quick-Build Bike Network: Transforming Florida’s Urban Mobility

In Florida’s urban areas, a quick-build bike network aims to reshape mobility. By installing dedicated bike lanes, shared paths, and safe crossings, cities can improve access and reduce congestion. This initiative encourages cycling and supports sustainable transportation, making urban environments more functional. With community input and practical designs, the quick-build network seeks to change how Floridians move around their cities.

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