1988-10-13-LCC-min.pdf - Laserfiche WebLink

Browse Search

-2- Chief Furdon Non residents are more apt to break the cross walk law. Less than 25% of the violations are committed by Lexington residents. The 200 citations issued last year are a lot for one violation. There has been more cruiser control on the crosswalks being done. One time Safety programs not preferred - continuous, steady education and enforcement. Bill Bowen Placing signs at the entry spots to the Center on Bedford, Woburn, Waltham Sts. and Mass. Ave. warning motorists that Lexington enforces the cross walk law. Chief Furdon Agreed with that suggestion. Bill Bowen This would help alert motorists and help police officers to deal with the Center. Leo McSweeney How much is the fine now? Chief Furdon State of Mass. $100. , Local $20. Strictly a judgement call on the part of the officer on duty. Selden is a warning issued, immediate citation of $20.00. Leo McSweeney Referred to Belmont's use of experiments in traffic reduction. A vote by the Board of Selectmen is needed to implement any experiments of this nature. Rick White Traffic Planners concur that more restrictions do not necessarily work. A Behavior Modification/Education plus enforcement approach is recommended. Bill Bowen In-Town campaign will not effect most offenders as the highest percentage of offenses are committed by non residents so a combination of many ideas is needed frau industrial sector, commuters, lunch patrons and clients of the area professionals on the subject of pedestrian safety. Mary Hastings To Chief Furdon - Is it possible to enforce the Jaywalking Law? Chief Furdon Courts did implement Jaywalking Law but it was a dismal failure. Impossible to enforce. Best idea is to warn pedestrians to use crosswalks. Steve Crowne The Chamber agrees on all constructive measures. Chamber is willing to help educate the public, warn bicyclists and skateboarders not to ride on sidewalks in the Center. Chief Furdon Students are told not to ride on the sidewalks - verbally warned - Safety Officer goes to all the schools to inform the students of the school safety program. This is a high priority. Lexington Center is unique in design - Four lanes of traffic for a long strip, which is very conducive to motorists cutting around one another.