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1/6 We know @CityofSanDiego is considering rolling out a Slow Streets initiative inspired by cities across the country. In the face of a public health crisis, we need bold action so people can commute safely, enjoy outdoor space, and keep their distance. https://grist.org/beacon/cities-give-car-free-streets-a-shot/
2/6 Implementation is needed in every district. This should be accessible to all of the diverse communities across our city. Making streets safer always requires an equitable approach; even more so considering the disproportionate impacts of this crisis. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/19/us/coronavirus-civil-rights.html
3/6 Easy fix: pedestrian beg buttons MUST be switched on automatically. It's absurd that walkers should be expected to press possibly-infected buttons to cross streets. Stopping the spread is far more important than vehicles saving seconds at stoplights. https://fox5sandiego.com/news/local-news/la-mesa-to-reprogram-crossing-signals-in-effort-to-curb-covid-19-spread/
4/6 This is a huge opportunity for the @CityofSanDiego to demonstrate its commitment to the CAP and active transportation. We're nowhere close to meeting our mode share targets, and now walkers and bikers need access to safer commutes, while maintaining social distancing.
5/6 In these challenging times cities everywhere are successfully implementing Slow Streets! Boston, Minneapolis, Oakland, Philadelphia, San Francisco, New York, the list goes on. San Diego is the eighth biggest city in the US--why not us? https://www.citylab.com/transportation/2020/04/coronavirus-city-street-public-transit-bike-lanes-covid-19/609190/
6/6 Tell Mayor @Kevin_Faulconer and the City that you want Slow Streets by clicking the link below! Thanks to @BikeSD for the awesome resource, and stay tuned for more! https://bikesd.org/advocacy/creating-safer-places-letter/
