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Pioneer Valley MPO to release Vision Zero statement, recommends zero fatalities by 2050
Summary
The Pioneer Valley MPO voted unanimously to release a proposed Vision Zero statement for 21-day public review after VHB staff recommended updating the region’s goal to reach zero roadway fatalities and serious injuries by 2050; the presentation noted the region received a $1 million Safe Streets for All grant in 2023.
Kayla Northup of VHB presented the Safe Streets for All regional safety action plan and asked the MPO to release an updated Vision Zero statement for public comment. She said the Pioneer Valley won a $1,000,000 Safe Streets for All grant in 2023 and that the planning and demonstration work will include a signal‑compliance demonstration project and broader public and stakeholder outreach.
The MPO was asked to approve releasing the proposed Vision Zero statement for a 21‑day public review. Northup said the draft sets a goal to “achieve zero roadway fatalities and serious injuries by 2050” and to apply a federal Safe System approach that combines engineering, enforcement and education to reduce crash severity. VHB staff explained their projection methodology and recommended a target year of 2050 based on regional trends (a projected average of roughly 2.2 fatalities per year under an achievable scenario).
Members asked a few clarifying questions about the demonstration project and the outreach schedule. After discussion the MPO moved and unanimously approved releasing the Vision Zero statement for a 21‑day public review so the region can solicit comments before finalizing the statement.
The release starts the public comment period; staff said they will return to the MPO after review to report comments and any recommended edits. The MPO’s action authorizes staff to post the proposed Vision Zero statement and supporting materials for the public review period.
