I don’t even think that will help them

Will definitely take some time to get used to it, but a study (albeit small sampling) from nearby Connecticut shows promise for positive effects. Since the study most CT departments have adopted the practice

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One of 8 pedestrian safety projects being constructed this fall throughout the City. Markings expected to start this week

Spent 17 years in Brookline working (& battling) with them when it came to Greenline improvements and their desire to install fences to cattle call passengers to their detriment. The commuter rail ops reputation is even worse. So I’m not surprised that this was their improvement strategy here. (2/2)

Sadly this is nothing new for the MBTA. They always prioritize their ops over the convenience of their riders and usually shield it behind “safety” and “accessibility” claims. (1/x)

I saw them painting over it and it was sad to see - was one of my favorites honoring the maiden/mother/crone. Though I’m looking forward to see what they are painting next.

This is why I don’t go out to watch sports. Inevitably someone will say something stupid, others will join in, and I’ll have the urge to either pull my hair out & stay silent OR tell them why they are idiots. Just not worth it.

It is a great theater

Agreed. But I’m happy that he is beating Trump at his own game for the time being.

Glad they are having a positive effect. We put out 20 in the spring and just added another 25. Just need to have the contractor slide them out of the middle of the crosswalk and onto the double yellow centerline. That way they don’t interfere with vision impaired pedestrians

I was all in for them when I lead Brookline’s Transportation Division (where we lead Massachusetts in early implementation).

Now all in with them in Worcester with the support of City Manager Batista, Mayor Petty, & the City Council.

Check out worcesterma.gov/mobility/proje… for more info

I learned a long time ago to never argue when they try to send food home with you - because they always seemed to be right

Yes, that’s why I provided the 2 links that are used for guidance in USA. But the pedestrian sharrow (for lack of a better term) is the same.

Go to Tyson Rd. They are used to dedicate a space for pedestrians where sidewalks are not currently built. Not ideal, but a start. Some info is available here: highways.dot.gov/safety/prove...
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