During a recent government meeting, officials from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) outlined their commitment to enhancing roadway safety in Larimer County. As part of their fiscal year 2024 initiatives, CDOT aims to implement aggressive measures to reduce traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries, with a target of a 67% reduction by 2045.

The discussion highlighted a proactive safety approach that focuses on identifying risks in roadway geometry rather than merely addressing high-incident locations. This strategy involves applying countermeasures to all curves in unincorporated areas, regardless of past crash data, allowing for incremental safety improvements that can be implemented regionally and cost-effectively.

Larimer County officials expressed their commitment to the Vision Zero initiative, which seeks to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries. They emphasized the importance of collaboration across various departments to overcome existing silos in transportation planning and safety efforts. The county's safety action plan aligns with CDOT's strategic goals, aiming for a significant reduction in roadway fatalities by 2040.

Overall, the meeting underscored a unified commitment to improving road safety and reducing preventable traffic deaths in the region, marking a significant step towards safer transportation networks for all users.