Community members encouraged to participate in Community Engagement Week for Vision Zero Roanoke
Roanoke, Virginia – The City of Roanoke is gearing up for Community Engagement Week for Vision Zero Roanoke, scheduled from August 5th through the 9th. This week is packed with events designed to involve the community in discussions and feedback sessions focused on traffic safety. The week’s activities include four Walk Audits across Roanoke, three informal engagement sessions, and Vision Zero information and feedback tables at two National Night Out locations. The involvement and insights of community members are vital to the success of Vision Zero Roanoke, which aims to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries.
Walk Audits: A Hands-On Approach to Safety
A walk audit is a site visit, primarily on foot, that aims to identify safety and access issues in various areas. These audits allow participants to consider potential strategies to address these concerns and foster an informed discussion about the feasibility of various solutions. The walk audits are open to the public, although space is limited, and preference will be given to PAC members. Those interested in participating should contact Rob Issem at [email protected].
Here are the scheduled walk audits:
Tuesday, August 6:
- Southeast Roanoke:
- Tour Route: Bullit Ave, Jamison Ave, and 9th Street
- Meeting Time: 9:00 AM (Walk starts at 9:15 AM)
- Meeting Location: Church parking lot at Murray Ave and 9th Street (enter from Murray between 9th and 8th Streets)
- Southwest Roanoke:
- Tour Route: Franklin, Mclanahan, Broadway, and Avenham
- Meeting Time: 1:00 PM (Vans leave at 1:15 PM)
- Meeting Location: Roanoke Public Works, 1802 Courtland Road NE
Wednesday, August 7:
- Northwest Roanoke:
- Tour Route: Salem Turnpike and Melrose Ave
- Meeting Time: 10:15 AM (Walk starts at 10:30 AM)
- Meeting Location: Roanoke Envision Center, 2607 Salem Turnpike NW
Thursday, August 8:
- Northeast Roanoke:
- Tour Route: Williamson Road, Hershberger, and Valley View Blvd (Short walks from several van stops including Liberty/Courtland, 10th and Williamson, Hershberger)
- Meeting Time: 1:00 PM (Vans leave at 1:15 PM)
- Meeting Location: Williamson Road Library, 3837 Williamson Rd
Open Community Engagement Opportunities
The Vision Zero Roanoke team is also hosting several informal engagement sessions where community members can share their thoughts and concerns about traffic safety. These sessions are designed for drop-ins and do not require formal presentations or programs. Here are the scheduled sessions:
Monday, August 5:
- Time: 5:00 PM
- Location: Big Lick Brewing – 409 Salem Ave SW
Tuesday, August 6:
- Time: 5:00 PM
- Location: McCadden Park – 1616 19th St NW
- Time: 6:30 PM
- Location: Fire Station 8 – 2328 Crystal Spring Ave SW
Wednesday, August 7:
- Time: 5:00 PM
- Location: Berglund Center Special Events Center – 710 Williamson Rd
Thursday, August 8:
- Time: 4:00 PM
- Location: Williamson Road Library – 3837 Williamson Rd
Your participation and feedback are essential in shaping the Vision Zero Safety Action Plan, aimed at eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries. Community Engagement Week offers a valuable opportunity for residents to voice their concerns and contribute to making Roanoke’s streets safer for everyone.
