Connecting Residents on Safe Streets

Last updated on January 07, 2025

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Funded through a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) grant, Orlando Connecting Residents on Safe Streets (CROSS) will develop a Vision Zero implementation plan through careful examination of six corridors across the city. The plan will identify context-specific countermeasures and capital improvements necessary to make progress on the city’s vision zero goal.

Possible recommendations include:

  • Make targeted operational changes, such as traffic signal timing and additional lighting
  • Restore sidewalk connectivity
  • Construct new bikeways
  • Create safer crossings
  • Enhance access to transit service

Area of study

  • Kirkman Road from Conroy Road to Raleigh Street (2.35 miles)
  • SR 50/Colonial Drive from Ferguson Drive to Maguire Boulevard (4.60 miles)
  • Orange Blossom Trail from Winnifred Street to SR 50 (1.65 miles)
  • Orange Avenue from SR 408 to SR 50
  • Rosalind/Magnolia Avenue from SR 408 to SR 50 (2.35 miles)
  • Orange Avenue from Pineloch Avenue to SR 408 (1.85 miles)
  • Semoran Boulevard from Grant Street to Dahlia Drive
  • Curry Ford Road from Larkin Avenue to Bowen Drive (2.66 miles)
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Public feedback

We want to hear from you as we plan for safer, more accessible streets. Your feedback is crucial in shaping the future of these six corridors.

Here’s what we’d like your input on:

  • Safety Concerns: Are there specific areas or intersections where you feel unsafe as a pedestrian, cyclist or driver?

  • Infrastructure Needs: Are there gaps in sidewalks, bikeways or transit access that you’ve noticed?

  • Traffic Flow: Do you experience challenges with traffic patterns or congestion on these corridors?

  • Crossing Improvements: Are there intersections or pedestrian crossings that need enhancements, such as signals, markings or visibility?

  • Transit Access: Do you have ideas for improving connections to bus stops or other transit services in these areas?

  • General Suggestions: Are there other ideas or improvements you’d like to see that would help make these corridors safer and more accessible for everyone?

Share your feedback

Project background

The city was awarded a RAISE 2021 planning grant. This project aligns with USDOT’s goals related to safety, quality of life and environmental sustainability.

The Orlando area ranks as one of the deadliest regions for bicyclists and pedestrians, and this project is aimed at the “High Injury Network” of corridors identified by the Vision Zero Orlando Action Plan. By increasing investment in safer crossings, new bikeways and better sidewalk connectivity, the project will increase accessibility and enhance quality of life. Supporting increased access to transit and non-motorized travel contributes to long-term environmental sustainability.

Timeline:

  • January - July 2025: public engagement
  • July - September 2025: analysis
  • November 2025: final report