Pedestrian crossing signals.
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Overview
This bill updates California’s Vehicle Code to improve pedestrian safety at intersections. It requires new traffic signals and pedestrian hybrid beacons to include accessible pedestrian signals (APS), which provide audio and tactile information for visually impaired pedestrians. The bill also mandates that existing state-owned traffic signals in certain areas be upgraded with LPIs and APS, and requires a comprehensive inventory of these signals to be maintained by the Department of Transportation. Finally, it establishes a process for state reimbursement to local agencies for any costs associated with these upgrades.
Key provisions
- Requires new traffic signals and pedestrian hybrid beacons to include accessible pedestrian signals (APS).
- Mandates the installation of touch-free APS at new signalized pedestrian crossings on state highway projects.
- Requires the identification and recording of existing state-owned traffic signals in the Department of Transportation’s management system.
- Requires the implementation of leading pedestrian intervals (LPIs) at existing state-owned traffic signals in designated areas.
- Requires local agencies to report LPI implementation to the Department of Transportation.
- Establishes a process for state reimbursement to local agencies for mandated costs.
- Defines key terms related to pedestrian signals, such as accessible pedestrian signal and leading pedestrian interval.
- Specifies timelines for touch-free APS installation on various project types.
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