Zero deaths or serious injuries by 2030
We can achieve this goal with Vision Zero.
Across the country, Vision Zero cities are saving lives by transforming streets into places that preserve safety, health, and equity. Columbia, Missouri is ready to take the next step. Vision Zero means safe streets for everyone.
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Data-driven strategies
Vision Zero uses strategies that have been studied and proven to make streets safer.
These include things like:
Reducing unsafe speeds
Redesigning streets
Community outreach campaigns
Equitable traffic enforcement
How we'll get to zero
These objectives will allow Columbia to take measurable steps towards the goal of zero. We've already completed some of our objectives.
Vision Zero Action Plan guiding principles
Equitable
We will address the disproportionate number of traffic fatalities and serious injuries among vulnerable populations
Data-driven
We will use data to identify the location, behaviors, and circumstances that are related to fatal and serious injury crashes
Accountable
We will set out clear objectives, measure performance against them, and communicate progress to the public
Partnership
We will build support for Vision Zero efforts among City staff, City Council, Boards and Commissions, partner organizations, and community members
Recently Completed Initiatives
Follow our progress as we carry out the Action Plan to make Columbia's streets safe for everyone