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Respondents then selected up to three improvements that would make intersections feel safer. Signal timings 
and visibility improvements (68 responses) received the highest count followed by dedicated turn lanes (49 
responses) and improved pavement markings (32 responses). 
Respondents were then given the opportunity to select up to three safety issues that are most important to 
them. The most selected issue was impaired, reckless, and/or distracted driving (48 responses) then crossing 
locations (39 responses) and speeding (38 responses), which indicate a desire for enforcement and pedestrian 
improvements. 
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Signal timings and visibility
Other (please specify)
Install medians/barriers
Improved signage
Roundabouts
Improved pavement markings
Dedicated turn lanes
Improvements to make intersections feel safer
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Heavy vehicles
Bicycle lanes and trails
Mobility for those with disabilities
Other (please specify)
School zones
Roadway design
Lighting
Enforcement
Sidewalk and trail gaps
Speeding
Impaired, reckless, and/or distracted driving
Crossing locations
Most Important Roadway Safety Issues 
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