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  1. How 3D Pedestrian Crossings Are Slowing Down Speeding Drivers in Iceland

    In the small fishing town of Ísafjörður, Iceland, an exciting development in pedestrian crossing safety has just popped up – almost literally. Speed bumps has been painted that appears to be 3D by way of a cleverly-detailed optical illusion. Not only does the innovative design give foot-travelers the feeling of walking on air, but the 3D painting also gets the attention of drivers, who will be sure to slow down their speed once they spot the seemingly floating ‘zebra stripes.’ […]

    streetartutopia.com/2025/01/06

  2. Going to petition the city transportation dept to try and curb dangerous speeding near residential areas. Any advice on what methods would work?

    Ideally speeding cameras, but without automated enforcement which my city doesn't seem to do that is probably toothless. Speed bumps near intersections?

    #cityplanning
    #pedestrian
    #safety
    #soundpollution
    #trafficcalming