The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) has launched a survey to get feedback from Rhode Islanders on road safety. This is part of the agency’s plans to improve safety for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists.
The survey is available online and has multiple-choice and open-ended questions. Participants can also tag the locations of safety challenges on a map. The survey will be open from now until September 30, 2024.
“Safety is a top priority for everyone traveling in Rhode Island, and this initiative will help make walking, biking and taking transit safer for Rhode Islanders,” said interim Chief Executive Officer Christopher Durand. “I encourage all Rhode Islanders to participate in this survey and share their valuable feedback to help us build safer streets for everyone.”
RIPTA says that it will use the survey results to create a plan to improve safety across the state. This plan will then be submitted to the Federal Highway Administration for approval. The funding for this project has been secured through the Safe Streets and Roads for All program.
The project is part of RIPTA’s wider plans to improve traffic safety and prevent roadway accidents. The Safe Streets for All initiative is funded by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and aims to improve safety for drivers, pedestrians, cyclists, and public transit users.
Participate in the survey by clicking here.
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