W9R: What Happens When You Push the Walk Button

Over the past few weeks, many, if not all, of us have experienced major disruptions in our lives as a result of COVID-19. Ps. If you haven’t had a chance to check out our resource guide to help with figuring out your next steps, we recommend it too!

There’s a flurry of recommendations, regulations, and public health advisories being circulated by all levels of government. Every day… nay, …every few hours, it seems like there’s changes or conflicting information on what’s best practice.

One thing remains clear: We can still go outside. For now. If we follow the proper rules of physical distancing and do not come in contact with others enjoying some fresh air, exercise is recommended!

There are fewer cars on the road, streets are less crowded, and overall, there’s a lot more space to enjoy. And it seems like the perfect opportunity for us to learn more about pedestrian infrastructure.

Ever wonder what happens when you push the ‘Walk’ Button? Why some of them make noise and others don’t? Why it feels like they never work?

Ward 9 Recommends: You Pushed The Walk Button At An Intersection. So Why Don’t The Cars Stop?

Jordan Pascale is a Local Transportation Reporter in Washington DC and walks us through the technology an psychology of a ‘Beg Button’

Give it a read and tell us what you think! Did you learn anything new? Does it inspire you to think differently about pedestrian safety?