Residents Urged to Participate in Medford Survey to Influence Street Safety and Speed Limits

MEDFORD, Ore. — If you missed the City of Medford’s Open House on October 2, there’s still a way to comment on the council’s Transportation Safety Action Plan (TSAP): A survey is now open for public comments.

Medford Survey To Help Shape Safer Streets  Now Open

Medford’s TSAP, a community effort aimed at reducing and ultimately eliminating serious injuries and fatalities on city streets, is based on a  Safe System Approach.

That acknowledges that no single measure solves safety issues. The plan delves into safer roadway design, responsible driving, vehicle safety, appropriate speeds, and post-crash care.

Supported by a $400,000 grant from the Federal Highway Administration’s Safe Streets for All program, with an additional $100,000 from gas tax revenue, further federal funding could be secured for projects outlined in the plan. Possible strategies include lowering speed limits in targeted areas.

While some residents have already made a contribution at the in-person Open House on October 2 at Rogue X, residents can still participate through an online survey, which will be available until October 19.

The TSAP will influence future policy decisions by providing recommended changes to the Transportation System Plan (TSP), municipal code, and design standards that prioritize safety as a primary consideration.

To give your input on how the council selects and implements strategies that balance the unique safety needs of our community:

• To participate in Medford’s TSAP, go to the online open house survey
• For more information or to sign up for updates:  visit MedfordOregon.gov/TSAP.

There will be additional opportunities to provide input before the adoption of the TSAP.