The North Jersey Transportation and Planning Authority (NJTPA) and the City of Newark are hosting an Open House on Thursday, March 26, to discuss Pedestrian & Bicycle Safety.

The NJTPA and the City of Newark have undertaken this federally-funded project because the Federal Highway Administration has identified Newark as a Pedestrian Focus City, meaning the frequency and severity of pedestrian and bicycle crashes needs to be reduced.

The State of New Jersey is 14th in the nation in pedestrian fatalities. 23 percent of all traffic fatalities in New Jersey are pedestrians, which is double the national average, prompting the FHWA to designate New Jersey a "focus" state. Newark is first among state municipalities in pedestrian fatalities.

Project leaders hope to build momentum to foster a long-term commitment to implement the plan and make Newark a safer place to live, work, and play.

If you are resident of the Newark area, please consider attending to voice your opinion on how the Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Action Plan will be framed.

The Open House will be held at La Casa de Don Pedro, 23 Broadway, Newark, running from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, with a presentation commencing at 6:30 pm.

Feel free to drop in at any time during the Open House. If you require any special assistance, please contact Susan O'Donnell (VHB) at 973-776-3700.