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Planning commission recommends adoption of Reading Vision Zero/active transportation plan
Summary
Commission voted to recommend the Vision Zero active transportation plan to City Council to improve street safety and reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries.
At the May 27 meeting the Planning Commission voted to forward the Vision Zero / active transportation plan to City Council with a recommendation for adoption. Staff and the consultant described the plan’s objectives to reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries and to prioritize safe walking and cycling infrastructure.
Why it matters: The plan establishes a city‑wide strategy to reduce severe traffic collisions and to prioritize investments that improve safety for vulnerable road users. The commission’s endorsement is intended to support grant applications and faster implementation of near‑term safety projects.
What the commission heard: Staff characterized the program as a holistic approach marrying Vision Zero principles with active‑transportation improvements. Commissioner support emphasized the plan’s role in enhancing pedestrian and cyclist safety and in helping the city qualify for implementation grants. The commission voted to recommend council adoption and to present the plan to City Council on June 9.
Next steps: Staff will transmit the recommendation and the final plan to City Council on the June 9 agenda; the plan’s adoption would enable the city to pursue funding and prioritized infrastructure projects.
