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Old 03-01-2012, 08:51 AM   #29
Sizey
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Default Re: How far do speedlimits need to be reduced to protect pedestrians?

Something interesting for you all. (And I bet this is revenue related too however still interesting to see) Adelaide city council wants the CBD to become 40km/h so it is safer for pedestrians however SAPOL has been having massive blitzes nabbing pedestrians for Jwalking, taking too long too cross the road and not using the lights when nearby.

You tell me what is wanted to do? One party is almost condoning pedestrians on the road and another is shunning them. Last time I checked, the road is for cars and someone would be in alot of trouble if they drove on the footpath so as minimal pedestrian traffic on the roads as possible is good.

Lets assume ALL drivers are complacent and keep pedestrians from the road as much as possible for their own safety.

In saying this, Hindley street in Adelaide CBD at night is a pedestrian run street. As is Jetty Rd Glenelg 24/7. It is almost an unwritten law that people can stroll out and not look and everyone will stop for them because it is the nature of the street.
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