Cities Advance Pedestrian and Cycling Safety Projects

Local governments are advancing projects to improve pedestrian and cycling safety. Philadelphia opened a tree-lined sidewalk and bike trail connecting to the Delaware River Trail, while Albuquerque is upgrading a heavily used I-40 pedestrian bridge with lighting, path, fence and landscaping improvements. New York City completed a permanent Avenue B redesign with more pedestrian space, protected curb extensions and bike facilities; Wilmington approved a $1.6 million purchase of vehicle-mitigation barriers and trailers for downtown events. Mount Prospect is considering a five-lane Central Road design with walking and cycling facilities to address congestion and crash risks, with construction tentatively planned for 2030–31. Projects also include Hartlepool’s second phase of a £6.2 million, three-mile route program; pathway and crosswalk improvements approved in Milford; and nearly £1.8 million in West Sussex upgrades to crossings, traffic calming, cycling and accessibility in four communities.