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CDOT & CPD Launch Annual Crosswalk Safety Stings
You might have noticed many square, black bases bolted in the center of Chicago streets, which held “Stop for Pedestrians” signs before they were taken out by motorists. These testify to the fact that many local drivers don’t operate safely around crosswalks.
July 1, 2014
“The Better Block” Celebrates Four Years of Re-imagining Streets
Streetfilms has wanted to profile Jason Roberts and the amazing work of The Better Block for a long time. So it felt like destiny when, a few weeks ago, we were able to sync up and chronicle the fourth anniversary of The Better Block in Oak Cliff, Texas. This temporary pedestrian plaza is right next to the original site where Roberts and the team at The Better Block first showed how you can completely transform a street using temporary materials and your imagination.
May 19, 2014
Eyes on the Street: Crosswalks Striped Last Fall in Logan Are Nearly Gone
The chaotic traffic circle around Logan Square's eagle-topped Illinois Centennial Monument pillar is a major barrier for pedestrians, discouraging foot traffic from one side of the neighborhood to the other. As a result, the multilane roundabout lowers revenue for businesses along on Logan Boulevard, Milwaukee and Kedzie.
March 10, 2014
City Should Retain All Ashland Crosswalks in BRT Plan
Current plans for Ashland BRT call for a layout at unsignalized intersections similar to this design at Ashland/Ohio: a single crosswalk that passes through an opening in the median.
February 11, 2014