The big focus for next year is being put on public safety.
INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis is seeing a 17% increase in crashes involving pedestrians this year over 2022, and there are still a few months left. "That's a great question. If I had an answer, I'd love to give it to you," said Brandon Herget, director of the Department of Public Works."Just like every other major city in the country, we've seen a drastic increase since COVID.
Leaders said drivers were likely reckless with less traffic on the roads during the pandemic and now, repeating bad behavior. "People don't want to be slowed down. I understand that. It's causing problems, it's causing deaths," said Democratic state representative Ed DeLaney."As we face this pedestrian safety crisis as a city, it's something that weighs on us every day," Herget said.Right now, crews are converting one-way roads to both directions. College Avenue is currently under construction with crews breaking ground on Michigan and New York streets next.
Rep. DeLaney encourages the public to reach out to the Mayors Action Center and Indianapolis City-County Council with concerns. WTHR would like to send you push notifications about the latest news and weather.
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