Lt. Tracey D. Cox assigned this issue to Traffic Division

Traffic Division assigned this issue to Public Works Administrative Aide

We had signage up at several locations in town which notified motorists that state law provided the right of way to pedestrians over vehicles (at crosswalks). At all of the locations, the motorists did not seem to pay attention to the signs because we continued to receive complaints about near misses and the signs were repeatedly ran over by the vehicles. We eventually removed all of the signs because they were not effective. I would highly recommend that you make sure that you are seen by the driver of the vehicle prior to entering the crosswalk (check for eye contact or a hand signal). This is the procedure that I use now because I was in the same situation as you.

I meet with Captain Simonds and Sergeant Merz to see if we could improve this situation. We all agreed that removing some vegetation from the planter would be an improvement. We have asked our landscaper to remove some of the vegetation. Hopefully this will make it easier for motorists to see the pedestrians as they approach the crosswalk. We will continue to monitor this area.

Thank you. Visibility at the crossing is much improved. I appreciate your efforts!