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OSU students press council for illuminated crosswalks; city officials say improvements are planned
Summary
An Ohio State student told council that poorly lit crosswalks near campus have led to dozens of collisions and urged the city to install warning lights (estimated cost $50,000); the Department of Public Service said it is coordinating with OSU on short- and medium-term improvements, repainting and evaluation of the corridor.
An Ohio State student urged Columbus City Council to install warning lights and additional safety measures at high-traffic crosswalks on North High Street, telling council that poor illumination has made crossings dangerous and citing an estimated cost of $50,000 for lights.
“My peers are being struck by moving vehicles within 1 mile of the…
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