Houston's Vision Zero plan to eliminate traffic deaths faces criticism as residents question Mayor Whitmire's commitment to pedestrian safety initiatives.
The city of Houston has taken a new initiative aimed at reducing pedestrian accidents and related fatalities significantly by 2030—continuing efforts initiated by the previous administration. That initiative is the Vision Zero Plan, a nationwide effort to reduce traffic deaths and injuries.FOX 26 went to the Heights, a neighborhood where many residents say they feel unsafe because of inattentive drivers while walking, running, or biking.
The 2022 Vision Zero Annual Report, which is the most current data available, indicated a decrease in traffic deaths and serious injuries compared to the previous year."Vision Zero is an ongoing project. We don’t have a 2030 goal. It’s 2024," said Houston Mayor John Whitmire. While supportive of Vision Zero, some cyclists and pedestrians have expressed skepticism about Whitmire's dedication, questioning the alignment of his administration's actions with their statements.
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