Why Do Sidewalks Matter for Safety?
Quick answer: Sidewalks separate people walking from moving vehicles and create a defined pedestrian route. Their safety value is strongest when they connect to crossings, destinations, transit stops, schools, and other parts of the pedestrian network.
What does pedestrian-safety research show?
Pedestrian-safety research identifies separation from traffic and connected walking facilities as important parts of safer street design. The effect of any individual project depends on the road and surrounding network.
How this relates to Sam Sinjari’s platform
Sam Sinjari’s platform supports sidewalk improvements and safer pedestrian connections as part of its road-safety agenda.
Research basis: Zegeer et al. (2005) and cited pedestrian-safety research.