Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety
High rates of pedestrian and cyclist injuries and fatalities due to inadequate sidewalks, bike lanes, crosswalks, and traffic calming measures, particularly near schools and in dense neighborhoods.
Transportation
Transportation infrastructure, public transit systems, traffic management, pedestrian and bicycle safety, and mobility planning that enables efficient movement of people and goods throughout the community.
Issues
4 issuesPublic Transit Inadequacy
Limited public transportation options with infrequent service, poor route coverage, and unreliable schedules that fail to serve low-income residents and reduce car dependency effectively.
Traffic Congestion
Chronic traffic congestion during peak hours increases commute times, air pollution, fuel costs, and economic productivity losses, while creating safety hazards and reducing quality of life for residents.
Transportation Infrastructure Deterioration
Crumbling roads, bridges, and transit infrastructure requiring costly repairs and creating safety hazards, with insufficient funding for systematic maintenance and modern upgrades.