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Pedestrian safety starts with accessibility

Pedestrian safety starts with accessibility

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor June 28, 2023

Pedestrian safety is a crucial concern for communities, but it is important to approach this issue with a focus on inclusive solutions rather than imposing strict bans, such as the one recently passed...

Utility poles bisect the narrow sidewalks on the west side of Lemay Ferry Road in October 2020 presenting issues for those who use wheelchairs or have other mobility concerns.  The east side of Lemay Ferry has accessible sidewalks, but for anyone on the west side, the only way to reach the accessible east sidewalk is by directly crossing the street, or riding in the street next to the closest crosswalk at Victory Drive.

Motion to override executive’s veto of pedestrian safety bill fails

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor June 19, 2023

A motion to override St. Louis County Executive Sam Page’s veto of a bill aimed at keeping pedestrians off roadways failed to get enough votes at last week’s County Council meeting. The legislation,...

Utility poles bisect the narrow sidewalks on the west side of Lemay Ferry Road in October 2020, presenting issues for those who use wheelchairs or have other mobility concerns.  The east side of Lemay Ferry has accessible sidewalks, but for anyone on the west side, the only way to reach the accessible east sidewalk is by directly crossing the street, or riding in the street next to the burn to the closest crosswalk at Victory Drive.

St. Louis County Executive vetoes pedestrian safety bill

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor June 6, 2023

St. Louis County Executive Sam Page vetoed a bill last week that would have prohibited pedestrians from walking in county roadways if a sidewalk is available. The bill, sponsored by 6th District Councilman...

Utility poles bisect the narrow sidewalks on the west side of Lemay Ferry Road in October 2020 presenting issues for those who use wheelchairs or have other mobility concerns.  The east side of Lemay Ferry has accessible sidewalks, but for anyone on the west side, the only way to reach the accessible east sidewalk is by directly crossing the street, or riding in the street next to the closest crosswalk at Victory Drive.

Council passes bill aimed at keeping pedestrians out of roadways

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor May 24, 2023

The St. Louis County Council passed a contentious bill last week that aims to keep pedestrians off roadways. The council voted 4-3 May 16 in favor of the legislation, which is sponsored by 6th District...

Utility poles bisect the narrow sidewalks on the west side of Lemay Ferry Road in October 2020 presenting issues for those who use wheelchairs or have other mobility concerns.  The east side of Lemay Ferry has accessible sidewalks, but for anyone on the west side, the only way to reach the accessible east sidewalk is by directly crossing the street, or riding in the street next to the closest crosswalk at Victory Drive.

County Council advances bill aimed at keeping pedestrians off roadways

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor May 8, 2023

Editor's note: On Tuesday night, 6th District Councilman Ernie Trakas, sponsor of the bill, held the legislation for further discussion. Another substitute bill may be introduced at next week's council...

MoDOT to resurface Watson Road, also upgrading sidewalks

MoDOT to resurface Watson Road, also upgrading sidewalks

By Erin Achenbach, News Editor November 15, 2022

Drivers who frequently travel Watson Road/Route 366 through Sunset Hills and Crestwood should prepare for roadwork and construction along the corridor in the next two years when the Missouri Department...

Man fatally struck by vehicle last month on Lindbergh Boulevard in Green Park

Man fatally struck by vehicle last month on Lindbergh Boulevard in Green Park

November 13, 2021

A pedestrian died last month after he was struck by a car on Lindbergh Boulevard in Green Park. St. Louis County Police responded to a call Oct. 16 around 8:30 p.m. for a person struck by a motor vehicle...

Pedestrian hit, killed while crossing Watson Road

Pedestrian hit, killed while crossing Watson Road

December 10, 2020

A pedestrian crossing Watson Road in Sunset Hills was killed Wednesday when she was hit by a car. Officers from the Sunset Hills Police Department responded at 6:07 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, to the 10500...

Pedestrian hit, killed by car outside Affton polling place

Pedestrian hit, killed by car outside Affton polling place

November 3, 2020

Traffic outside an Affton voting site was restricted Tuesday morning as a woman was hit by a car and killed just as voting officially kicked off. Officers from the Affton Southwest Precinct of the St....

Pedestrian hit and killed while crossing Tesson Ferry Road

Pedestrian hit and killed while crossing Tesson Ferry Road

November 2, 2020

A pedestrian crossing Tesson Ferry Road was killed last week when she was hit by a car. Louise R. Williams, 72, of Affton, died in the crash that happened around 6:55 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 29 at the intersection...

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