NYC transit officials announce 'daylighting' pedestrian safety push for 1,000 intersections
According to NYDOT, over 77% of pedestrian injuries happen in crosswalks, and it hopes removing the cars from those parking spaces can help remove the danger to those in the road.
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NYC transit officials have announced an increased push for pedestrian safety across the city, with a goal of daylighting over 1,000 intersections by the end of 2024.
The practice of daylighting creates a barrier for parked cars from the edge of the sidewalk, allowing more space for pedestrians to be seen by drivers as they enter crosswalks.
According to NYDOT, over 77% of pedestrian injuries happen in crosswalks, and it hopes removing the cars from those parking spaces can help remove the danger to those in the road.
"We have implemented 300 intersections putting us above target to reach our goal of 1,000 this year," said DOT Commissioner Ydamis Rodriguez.
But residents remain unconvinced that the daylighting will improve safety, citing concerns over removing parking.
"New Yorkers they jaywalk they cross all the time. I don't think it's going help and the last thing this transit starved community needs is even less parking," said resident Andre Wilson.
