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This concurrent resolution strongly urges the Honolulu City Council to adopt a "pedestrian first" policy through an ordinance, highlighting the importance of prioritizing pedestrian safety and mobility. The resolution emphasizes that walking is the most basic form of transportation and that streets should fundamentally accommodate pedestrians safely. It references the Oahu Pedestrian Plan, finalized in July 2022, which aims to create safe and accessible streets for walking. The resolution points out a critical safety concern: while only two percent of Honolulu's streets are considered high-risk pedestrian areas, these streets account for sixty percent of pedestrian fatalities and forty-two percent of injuries. By adopting a "pedestrian first" policy, the city would prioritize pedestrians in transportation decision-making and improve infrastructure, particularly along the Pedestrian Priority Network, which connects important destinations like transit, schools, employment centers, and commercial areas. The resolution requests that copies be transmitted to the Mayor, Managing Director, City Council members, and the Director of Transportation Services to ensure widespread awareness and potential action.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SCR&billnumber=177&year=2025