Raleigh’s streets may soon become more navigable for pedestrians and cyclists as the City of Raleigh’s Department of Transportation calls on residents to weigh in. The city opened two surveys seeking public feedback on plans designed to bolster safety and accessibility across the transportation system; this includes improvements for those who walk, bike, brave the bus, or drive. The City of Raleigh’s announcement on Thursday spotlights the importance of community involvement in steering these initiatives.
With an emphasis on strengthening Raleigh’s active mobility, the first survey zeroes in on the city’s walkability and bikeability, intent on revamping infrastructure to ensure safer, more pleasant journeys on foot or two wheels deadline is July 11 for community members to share their input. The second survey extends its reach to Quail Hollow Drive, pinpointed for pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure enhancements, incorporating green stormwater infrastructure and measures to slow the roll of speeding cars—feedback for this is being gathered until July 18.
City planners are not just calling for input; they’re urging residents to spread the word and amplify the impact by sharing the surveys with their networks. By contributing opinions, Raleigh’s citizens stand at the cusp of influencing the shape and scope of local transportation, with effects that may well ripple out to inform city policy and on-the-ground changes. The call to action is clear: to take part is to help forge a city that’s thoughtfully tailored to the needs and safety of its people…