During a recent government meeting, the City of Everett unveiled its ambitious Vision 0 comprehensive safety action plan aimed at eliminating serious injuries and fatalities on its roadways. City Traffic Engineer Corey Hertz presented the initiative, which is supported by a $788,000 grant from the Safe Streets and Roads for All program.

The Vision 0 plan is designed to create tailored strategies that address local transportation safety needs. It emphasizes a data-driven approach to identify high-risk areas, propose safety improvements, and develop mitigation strategies. The plan will also include a robust outreach program to engage the community and communicate its goals effectively.

Hertz highlighted concerning trends in roadway safety, noting that while the overall number of crashes in Everett has decreased, the severity of incidents has risen. Over the past five years, the city recorded 9,730 crashes, resulting in 44 fatalities and 207 serious injuries. These statistics underscore the urgent need for the Vision 0 initiative, which aims to ensure that no loss of life occurs on Everett's streets.

The plan will focus on comprehensive data collection and analysis to inform future planning and safety measures, ultimately striving for a transportation system where every road user can travel safely.