by James Fuccione | Sep 9, 2026 | News and Updates
The distance from sidewalk edge to sidewalk edge at pedestrian crossings (like crosswalks) is known as crossing distance. Researchers know it affects pedestrian safety and behavior, but crossing distance has seldom been quantified at a broader city-wide scale. In...
by James Fuccione | Jul 29, 2026 | Data and Reports
Smart Growth America has documented the safety benefits of Complete Streets for more than two decades, but their economic potential is often overlooked. Their new report, “Complete Streets, Stronger Economies,” provides the first national analysis of these...
by James Fuccione | Jun 24, 2026 | News and Updates
The Pioneer Valley Safe Streets Plan solidifies the region’s commitment to implementing a Vision Zero and Safe System Approach to safety for all road users in the region. This Regional Safety Action Plan sets a goal to reduce traffic-related fatalities and serious...
by James Fuccione | Jun 17, 2026 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
In 2025, one in every five traffic deaths in Massachusetts involved a person walking. Of the 354 total traffic fatalities reported statewide, at least 76 were pedestrians, accounting for more than 21 percent of all deaths. These findings come from Fatal Pedestrian...
by James Fuccione | Jun 10, 2026 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
The annual Dangerous by Design report from Smart Growth America breaks down data from federal and the 101 largest metro areas on pedestrian safety. Along with providing updated rankings of the deadliest places for people walking, this year’s analysis shows that most...
