Two City Efforts Advancing Safer and More Accessible Streets

Published on October 23, 2023

This month, the City launched two efforts with a shared vision of enhancing safety and accessibility for all road users, with a particular focus on vulnerable road users and active transportation methods such as walking and cycling. An impressive average of 50% of Palo Alto’s public high school students commute to school on bicycle — in part due to the past efforts to provide bicycle-friendly infrastructure within the community. Through a new effort to update the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian plan and a new focus developing a Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan, the City is planning for the future of its transportation networks and shaping the future of mobility in Palo Alto. Learn more, how they are connected, and share feedback to help inform next steps.

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