Vision Zero West Side 2017 Program Update
Thank you for your participation in the City of Chicago’s Vision Zero West Side outreach! Vision Zero West Side is developing community-based plans for traffic safety, specific to the needs and character of the Austin, Garfield Park, North Lawndale and the Near West Side communities. The…
CDOT Begins Construction on Milwaukee Avenue Improvements
Construction began today on the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT)’s pilot of near-term improvements for people walking, biking, riding transit, and driving on Milwaukee Avenue between Western Avenue and Division Street. The Vision Zero High Crash Corridor project features enhanced crossings, upgraded bicycle facilities, and bus stop optimization throughout the…
West Side Public Meetings Announced
Vision Zero West Side Announces West Side Community Meeting Dates Chicago’s Vision Zero West Side program, in partnership with the Departments of Transportation and Public Health, will host community meetings on the West Side of Chicago at the end of September. These open meetings…
City Council Passes Truck Side Guard Ordinance
City Council Passes Ordinance Requiring City Contractors to Install Low-Cost Safety Equipment on Large Trucks As part of Vision Zero, installation of side guards and convex mirrors on large trucks will reduce severity and risk of injuries from crashes. Mayor’s Press Office 312.744.3334 / press@cityofchicago.org Mike…
Mayor Emanuel and CDOT Introduce Truck Side Guard Ordinance
Mayor Emanuel and CDOT Introduce Ordinance Requiring City Contractors to Install Low Cost Safety Equipment on Large Trucks As part of Vision Zero, Installation of Side Guards and Convex Mirrors on Large Trucks Have Proven Effective in Reducing Severity and Risk of Injuries from Crashes…
Mayor Emanuel Unveils Vision Zero Action Plan Designed to Eliminate Traffic Fatalities and Serious Injuries Across Chicago
Mayor Emanuel Unveils Vision Zero Action Plan Designed to Eliminate Traffic Fatalities and Serious Injuries Across Chicago Interdepartmental effort addresses traffic safety as a public health and equity issue; will engage community residents and coordinate efforts to increase roadway safety for all Mayor’s Press Office 312.744.3334…
Mayor Launches Vision Zero Initiative
Mayor Emanuel Launches Vision Zero Chicago Initiative To Eliminate Traffic Fatalities And Serious Injuries Across The City Interdepartmental Action Plan Will Coordinate Efforts to Increase the Safety of Roadways for All Users Mike Claffey 312.744.0707 / Michael.Claffey@cityofchicago.org Susan Hofer 312.742-2006 / Susan.Hofer@cityofchicago.org Mayor Emanuel today announced the…