Vision Zero Columbus

Vision Zero Columbus is focused on ending crash-related fatalities and serious injuries while increasing safe, healthy, and equitable mobility in Columbus, OH.

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

What IS that? It's a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon!

Here are some tips:
- Press the button to activate the crosswalk
- Wait until the walk signal to cross
- Double-check that all drivers have stopped before crossing, and make eye contact to ensure safe crossing

#VisionZero

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

Vision Zero partners visited a stretch of Harmon Ave that has seen a high number of serious injury and fatal crashes, and crashes involving people walking, biking or riding a motorcycle. The team evaluated the street and discussed short, mid and long-term ways to improve safety.

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

Our Vision Zero Coordinator appeared on WOSU All Sides to discuss what Vision Zero is doing to prevent serious traffic crashes on Columbus streets. Give it a listen to learn more!👇 https://t.co/lQKHsYvjpe

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

Columbus city streets saw zero fatal crashes this Memorial Day weekend. Last year, there were 2 fatal crashes in May. Both took place at night during Memorial Day weekend. Zero is possible, even during one of the busiest road trip weekends in Ohio.

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

Come see us!

[Columbus Dept. of Public Service @ColumbusDPS]

Our next #RiseUpCBUS is this Thursday. Join us on May 28 from 4:30 - 7:30 pm at Highland Presbyterian Church, located at 6906 Smoky Row Rd. Come to this FREE event for resources, food, music and COMMUNITY!! We can’t wait to see you there!

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

Last night, Vision Zero attended the Ride of Silence hosted by Yay Bikes! This annual, funeral processional bike ride honors the lives of cyclists who were killed or injured on our streets. Thank you to everyone who came out to support safe biking conditions for all.

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

Join us & @yaybikescbus at the Ride of Silence on Wednesday, May 20, at 6 PM at Our Lady of Peace School.

Register at https://t.co/BrA4mX8yRf

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

Join us & Yay Bikes! at the Ride of Silence on Wednesday, May 20, at 6 PM. This free event is a slow, silent processional honoring cyclists killed or injured riding on public roadways and raising awareness of cyclists' legal right to the road. Register at https://t.co/A35ABMtQlD

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

Come see us next Thursday!

[Columbus Dept. of Public Service @ColumbusDPS]

Our first #RiseUpCBUS is next week. Join us on May 7 from 4:30 - 7:30 pm at Fruit of the Spirit, located at 1355 Frebis Ave. Come to this FREE event for resources, food, music and COMMUNITY!! We can’t wait to see you there!

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

Teen drivers are about 3 times more likely to be in a fatal crash than adults. The Arrive Alive Tour stopped by @ColsCitySchools Walnut Ridge HS to show students what can happen if they drive high, distracted or impaired.
https://t.co/aaKrNOjI5e

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

#TrafficSafetyAwarenessWeek wouldn't be possible without our partners: @CbusNeighbor, Columbus Public Health, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, @ColumbusPolice, @OHTrafficSafety and @ColsCitySchools teachers. Our students' safety is a shared responsibility!

[Angela Chapman, Ed.D @ChapmanLeads]

Every child deserves a safe trip to and from school. During #TrafficSafetyAwareness, I encourage our families, staff, and community to take the @VisionZeroCbus Pledge and help protect lives.

Sign the pledge: https://t.co/KNCrRqNJ2r

[Columbus Dept. of Public Service @ColumbusDPS]

Remember to slow down and maintain a safe distance from other drivers. Speeds can change unexpectedly, and speeding reduces your reaction time. In 2024, speed was a factor in more than one-third of fatal work zone crashes, and rear-end collisions caused nearly one-quarter. #NWZAW

[Columbus City Schools @ColsCitySchools]

#TrafficSafetyAwareness is an everyday promise to to be safe on the roads whether you're walking, riding your bike, or behind the wheel. Help our community achieve Vision Zero by taking the @VisionZeroCbus pledge, today. Pledge online at https://t.co/XgXXeW1AzX

[Columbus Dept. of Public Service @ColumbusDPS]

Keep a safe distance from work zones as you drive with caution. In 2024, large trucks or buses were involved in nearly one-third of fatal work zone crashes. Allow extra space, large vehicles need room to maneuver. #NWZAW

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

Vision Zero and the @cbusneighbor 311 team presented at @colscityschools Yorktown Middle School for #TrafficSafetyAwarenessWeek, teaching students how to be safer passengers, cyclists and pedestrians, and providing them with resources to improve their community.

[Columbus Dept. of Public Service @ColumbusDPS]

Unpredictable work zones require full focus. In 2024, more than half of all fatal work zone crashes occurred at night. Distractions were involved in more than one in eight fatal work zone crashes. Pay attention, especially at night. #NWZAW

[Columbus Dept. of Public Service @ColumbusDPS]

With construction season back in swing, it is important to respect work zones so we can ALL get home. On average, at least two people are killed in work zones every day. This includes workers, as well as drivers, their passengers, and people walking, biking or scooting. #NWZAW

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

#TrafficSafetyAwarenessWeek is underway at @ColsCitySchools! Today, Vision Zero Coordinator, Katherine "Swid" Swidarski, had the opportunity to stop by Northtowne Elementary School to talk with kindergartners about safe crossing habits and the importance of buckling up.

[Columbus City Schools @ColsCitySchools]

Did you know that wearing helmets reducing the risk of serious head injury by 69%?

Learn more about #TrafficSafetyAwarenessWeek with @VisionZeroCbus at https://t.co/xgEgW1RVE3

[Vision Zero Columbus @VisionZeroCbus]

Kicking off @ColsCitySchools Traffic Safety Awareness week with Mayor Ginther, CCS Superintendent Chapman, @columbusdps and @lourdesforcbus outside Hilltonia Middle School, where student leaders demonstrated how to use a new push-button signal.