Raleigh is seeking public input to enhance street safety through a new Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (CSAP). This initiative, funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program, aims to reduce traffic-related injuries and fatalities.
The city’s rapid growth has led to increased traffic safety challenges. In 2023, Raleigh experienced over 19,000 crashes with 41 resulting in fatalities. Factors such as speeding and not wearing seatbelts were significant contributors. The Safe Streets for All plan intends to tackle these issues to improve road safety for all users, including drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and transit passengers.
The plan outlines five primary goals: reducing fatal and serious injury crashes by 25% every five years with a target of zero by 2045; enhancing road infrastructure; promoting safe driving habits; using data-driven approaches; and engaging the community throughout the process.
Community feedback is crucial to this effort. Residents are encouraged to participate in the Safe Streets for All Survey to express their experiences and concerns regarding road safety in Raleigh. The survey is designed to be quick and straightforward.
Public engagement will occur in two phases. Phase I runs from November 2024 through February 2025, focusing on gathering community input. Phase II will involve sharing updates and outlining next steps based on the collected feedback.
Residents are urged to take part in the survey to contribute towards making Raleigh’s streets safer for everyone.
