The city of Ann Arbor could soon get more Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons for pedestrian crossings. City Council has it as part of its agenda for Monday night's meeting.
The beacons are pedestrian-initiated warning lights that are activated by pressing a button at crosswalks. Council will vote on a resolution, that, if approved, would provide over $27,000 in federal funding to install three of them on West Stadium Boulevard. Council member Sabra Briere from the 1st Ward explains.
"They are near Liberty, Thaler, and Collingwood. Those are three established mid-block crossings on Stadium."
The city would have to provide close to $38,000 for the project that will improve pedestrian safety.
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— Jorge Avellan is the Ann Arbor beat reporter and anchor for 89.1 WEMU News. Contact him at 734.487.3363 or email him javellan@emich.edu
