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Case Noted. Thank you for your comments about your concerns regarding the use of concurrent walk sequencing at this location. Please be assured that the first priority of the Boston Transportation Department is working to provide safe streets for all users. Over half of BTD operated traffic signals utilize concurrent walk operation as it improves pedestrian compliance with walk signals. This type of walk signal operation is consistent with pedestrian signal operation throughout the country. We will evaluate this location to confirm that the operation is consistent with current BTD Engineering guidelines for use of this type of pedestrian signal sequence.

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Hello, I am reaching out because I go through the intersection of Washington St/New Washington St./Arborway daily as a driver, pedestrian and cyclist. In my experience, and observing the experience of others, the way that the current Pedestrian Walk Signals are timed with Traffic Light Signals are incredibly dangerous. They are timed such that Pedestrians and Cyclists are given the Signal into the same Crosswalk, at the same time, that turning vehicles (both LEFT and right turns) are given their signal. Because the vehicle turning radiuses are large/long, vehicles often specifically have the time to speed up before getting the intersection where people are crossing. I want to understand the rationale for why it is the way it is today, and if the community can work with the City to make much needed safety improvements. I've personally got ideas for improving this intersection for all modes of transit. The current situation is objectively incredibly dangerous. This is the second time I have submitted a request, and the first one was closed out with no action at all. I am writing again today because I was almost hit while crossing Washington Street today in the middle of the day by a car who had the right to turn right into the same intersection. I really demand that someone get back to me on this request to discuss further, and I am happy to help organize the neighborhood too. Thank you. - Angela Gile |
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Intersection Of New Washington St And Washington St And Arborway, Jamaica Plain, Ma
42.30177641, -71.11210794

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