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River Forest cites 7 mph drop after temporary curb extensions as it pushes Vision Zero toolkit
Summary
Village leaders told the board that temporary curb-extension ballards on Washington Boulevard cut average speeds by 7 mph. The board plans ADA upgrades, raised crosswalks and further traffic-calming measures as part of a Vision Zero-aligned traffic-calming toolbox.
Village officials said traffic-calming measures piloted last summer had measurable effects and that further work is planned to improve pedestrian safety. President Adui said Public Works installed plastic ballards on Washington Boulevard to simulate curb extensions and narrow the street, leading to a reported reduction in average speeds.
"With the ballards in place the average speed on Washington decrease by 7 miles per hour," Adui said, citing the pilot's result. The village will continue to evaluate crossings, consider raised crosswalks, pedestrian islands and bump-outs, and incorporate speed and accident data into a traffic-calming toolkit aligned with national Vision Zero goals.
Public Works will coordinate with the Traffic and Safety Commission on projects in the capital plan, including proposed work along Lake Street and Thatcher Avenue. The board said the Traffic and Safety Commission will continue to evaluate resident concerns and data before projects proceed to design and construction.
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