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Pedestrian light at crossing does not work Archived

1511-1599 W Grand River Ave East Lansing, MI 48912, USA - Lansing

The traffic light works, however after pushing the pedestrian traffic light button it only gives you the green pedestrian walk signal for about 2 seconds. Since this is a busy intersection cars get the impression they are allowed to go once the pedestrian light quickly changes to "don't walk." This poses a huge safety hazard for pedestrians.

2011-03-17 · Reported by Rosie Stern (Guest) · Share · Flag Flagged
- Carol Wood
  
  I will pass this information on to the Transportation Division.
  
  2011-03-17 · Flag Flagged
- RosieS (Guest)
  
  Thank you, Carol. Since I've been riding my bike on this route nearly every day, I appreciate someone responding as quickly as possible.
  
  2011-03-17 · Flag Flagged
- Acknowledged City of Lansing
  
  Signal crew will investigate. White "walk" signal should illuminate for approximately 7 seconds, however, the pedestrian crossing time includes both the walk and flashing don't walk time.
  
  Andy Kilpatrick
  Transportation Engineer
  
  2011-03-17 · Flag Flagged
- Closed City of Lansing
  
  Walk indication on north leg confirmed as 4 seconds. Walk to cross Grand River is 7 seconds. Athough 7 seconds is desireable, 4 seconds is the minimum allowed. Total crossing time for both legs meets standards. This is an MDOT signal. I will forward concern to MDOT.
  
  Andy Kilpatrick
  Transportation Engineer
  
  2011-03-17 · Flag Flagged
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Pedestrian light at crossing does not work Acknowledged

1511-1599 W Grand River Ave East Lansing, MI 48912, USA - Lansing

The traffic light works, however after pushing the pedestrian traffic light button it only gives you the green pedestrian walk signal for about 2 seconds. Since this is a busy intersection cars get the impression they are allowed to go once the pedestrian light quickly changes to "don't walk." This poses a huge safety hazard for pedestrians.

2011-03-17 · Reported by Rosie Stern (Guest) · Share · Flag Flagged
- Acknowledged by: City of Lansing Michigan
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- mdn@lbwl.com
  
  I will ask our traffic control dept to expedite repairs.
  
  Mark Nixon
  Communications director
  BWL
  
  2011-11-14 · Flag Flagged
- RosieM (Guest)
  
  Thank you, Mark. I have also contacted Kari Arend at MDOT about this and hope to see resolution before construction season is over, since I was told a new light would be installed.
  
  2011-11-14 · Flag Flagged
- Acknowledged City of Lansing
  
  Pedestrians may cross during either the walk or flashing don't walk phase and driver's need to yield to them. If this is not happening, it appears to be an education issue, not an equipment issue. If cyclists are on the sidewalk, however, drivers may not be expecting this, which could cause issues with yielding. As long as the total pedestrian time is based on the appropriate walking speed, the signal meets all standards. We will confirm this and do a field observation to determine if there are any other issues that need to be addressed.
  
  Andy Kilpatrick
  Transportation Engineer
  
  2011-11-14 · Flag Flagged
- RosieM (Guest)
  
  Hi Andy, thanks for your comment. Several months ago, I had confirmed with Kari Arend that there indeed was a problem with the crossing signal and that it was on the schedule for remediation this November. The plan was to hold the drivers at the red ball for a few seconds while pedestrians were given the walk signal. Is the Lansing TSC no longer in charge of the project? Am I hearing you now say that the City does not believe this crossing is problematic and it will not be fixed? According to Saferoadmaps.org pedestrian FATALITIES have occurred at this intersection. The City should be aware that this is a dangerous crossing. So how exactly do you propose drivers be educated to respond correctly at this corner??? Should this specific corner be addressed in Driver's Ed classes across the state? Of course not, there needs to be an infrastructure solution.
  
  Regardless of where my bike was, this accident could have just as likely happened to a pedestrian, therefore the issue of whether I'm on bike or walking is a moot point. Further, this issue is not common at most intersections, it seems pretty specifically isolated to this particular area. I have never experienced a similar problem at other crossings, either as a pedestrian or cyclist. I was told there are plans to formalize the goat path through Rainy park. If this is the case, there will likely be a lot more pedestrians and cyclists exposed to potential injury. Please check with Kari on this. I look forward to your response.
  
  2011-11-14 · Flag Flagged
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Walk-Signal is out Open

611 W. Ottawa St Lansing , MI - Lansing

The walk signal that faces east from the Southwest corner of Pine and Ottawa is not displaying.

2011-11-04 · Reported by Art Slabosky (Guest) · Share · Flag Flagged
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