Vision Zero public survey open through Sept. 1!

Thank you to everyone who came out for the City of Savannah’s Vision Zero community meetings! 

The Savannah Vision Zero Action Plan, which was developed last year with an aim to eliminate preventable traffic fatalities, acknowledges that many factors contribute to safe mobility and sets clear objectives to achieve the overall shared goal of zero traffic fatalities and severe injuries.

At the drop-in sessions, participants were able to review information, ask questions, and provide input, and at the interactive workshops participants worked in groups to identify opportunities for improvement, areas of concern, and speak directly with City leaders and staff. 

But if you weren’t able to attend, you can still have your voice heard! An online survey containing all in-person exercises is available at savannahga.gov/visionzero through Friday, Sept. 1.

To learn more about Vision Zero and review the current plan document, visit savannahga.gov/visionzero.

Vision Zero Plan Drop-In Sessions and Interactive Workshops

In August, the City of Savannah is hosting Vision Zero drop-in sessions and interactive workshops for the public. 

Drop-in sessions: participants can stop in anytime during the session and stay for the amount of time they have available to review information, ask questions, and provide input. 

Interactive workshops: participants will be involved for the full length of the meeting, which will include presentations, Q&A, group discussion, and exercises to gather input on traffic safety needs and ideas.

Tuesday, August 8

Armstrong Center, Ballroom BC 
13040 Abercorn Street (Corner of Apache and Abercorn streets) 

  • Drop-in Session: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Interactive Workshop: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, August 9

Savannah Civic Center Ballroom
301 West Oglethorpe Avenue

  • Drop-in Session:  11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Interactive Workshop:  6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

To learn more about Vision Zero and review the current plan document, visit www.savannahga.gov/visionzero.

Vision Zero Plan Interactive Workshop

In August, the City of Savannah is hosting Vision Zero drop-in sessions and interactive workshops for the public.

The Savannah Vision Zero Action Plan, which was developed last year with an aim to eliminate preventable traffic fatalities, acknowledges that many factors contribute to safe mobility and sets clear objectives to achieve the overall shared goal of zero traffic fatalities and severe injuries.

To learn more about Vision Zero and review the current plan document, visit www.savannahga.gov/visionzero.

Interactive workshops: participants will be involved for the full length of the meeting, which will include presentations, Q&A, group discussion, and exercises to gather input on traffic safety needs and ideas.

Vision Zero Plan Drop-In Session

In August, the City of Savannah is hosting Vision Zero drop-in sessions and interactive workshops for the public.

The Savannah Vision Zero Action Plan, which was developed last year with an aim to eliminate preventable traffic fatalities, acknowledges that many factors contribute to safe mobility and sets clear objectives to achieve the overall shared goal of zero traffic fatalities and severe injuries.

To learn more about Vision Zero and review the current plan document, visit www.savannahga.gov/visionzero.

Drop-in sessions: participants can stop in anytime during the session and stay for the amount of time they have available to review information, ask questions, and provide input.

Vision Zero Plan Interactive Workshop

In August, the City of Savannah is hosting Vision Zero drop-in sessions and interactive workshops for the public.

The Savannah Vision Zero Action Plan, which was developed last year with an aim to eliminate preventable traffic fatalities, acknowledges that many factors contribute to safe mobility and sets clear objectives to achieve the overall shared goal of zero traffic fatalities and severe injuries.

To learn more about Vision Zero and review the current plan document, visit www.savannahga.gov/visionzero.

Interactive workshops: participants will be involved for the full length of the meeting, which will include presentations, Q&A, group discussion, and exercises to gather input on traffic safety needs and ideas.

Vision Zero Drop-In Session

In August, the City of Savannah is hosting Vision Zero drop-in sessions and interactive workshops for the public.

The Savannah Vision Zero Action Plan, which was developed last year with an aim to eliminate preventable traffic fatalities, acknowledges that many factors contribute to safe mobility and sets clear objectives to achieve the overall shared goal of zero traffic fatalities and severe injuries.

To learn more about Vision Zero and review the current plan document, visit www.savannahga.gov/visionzero.

Drop-in sessions: participants can stop in anytime during the session and stay for the amount of time they have available to review information, ask questions, and provide input.

City presents data-driven, community-led approach to Vision Zero traffic safety plan

Last week, City of Savannah staff presented the recently completed Vision Zero action plan to City Council. The public can view the plan by visiting www.savannahga.gov/visionzero. 

The overarching goal of Vision Zero is to eliminate traffic fatalities and serious injuries in Savannah by creating safer streets for everyone on the road. City Council approved the Vision Zero resolution on Feb. 24, 2022 and directed staff to develop an action plan for the initiative within one year.

“Regardless of how you may travel in Savannah, whether by car or bike or on-foot, we want you to get to your destination safely,” said Mayor Van Johnson. “Vision Zero will guide the City’s efforts to design transportation networks that prioritize safety with a focus on the unique and ever-evolving needs of our community.”

The Vision Zero action plan emphasizes substantive community engagement and collaboration, as well as continuous collection and analysis of data, to identify safety concerns and opportunities for improvement. 

“I’m proud to say the Vision Zero action plan is a holistic, inclusive approach to traffic safety,” said Alderman Nick Palumbo. “This plan is a living document, designed to be as responsive to the diverse community it serves as it is aligned with the best practices in modern mobility management.”

As part of the plan, a Vision Zero Task Force will be created to bring together City staff, local officials, members of the community, and representatives from outside agencies to provide ongoing input on Vision Zero strategies, policies, and projects.

“I want to commend City staff, including our experts in traffic engineering and mobility planning, who have worked diligently in the last year to create an equitable and actionable plan for Vision Zero,” said City Manager Joseph A. “Jay” Melder. “We are excited as the City organization to take on a lead role in this effort. This action plan will help our community be a safer place for all forms of transit.”

Vision Zero Ride/Walk/Skate to City Hall

Join us on Thursday, Feb. 24 at 5:30 p.m. for a Vision Zero Ride/Walk/Skate to Savannah City Hall.

At this Thursday’s meeting, Savannah City Council will be voting on a historic Vision Zero Resolution, demonstrating their commitment to reaching zero fatalities and serious injuries on our streets by 2027.

Let’s show up to lend our support! We’ll depart from the south end of Forsyth Park promptly at 5:30 p.m. to arrive downtown and attend the Savannah City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m. Meet in front of the Sentient Bean.

Walkers will head directly down Bull Street, Bikes and Skaters will take Lincoln St. north.

Helmets are requested, lights required. If you would like to attend the City Council Meeting, please bring your lock, ID and face mask. We will have pins available for all attendees.

Can’t attend but want to send a letter of support? Check out our website at https://bikewalksavannah.org/vision-zero.