Houston approves costly crosswalk upgrades for student safety. Critics say there are better options
After a high school student was hit by an SUV near Lamar High Schoo in Augustl, Houston mayor John Whitmire has ordered crosswalk upgrades at the intersection of Eastside and Westheimer.
The solution? A High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk installed by Houston Public Works that will allow students to press a button to activate a crossing light, which will cost between $400,000-$600,000.
“HISD’s top priority is the safety and security of all students in and around campus areas,” Houston ISD told the Houston Chronicle. “The District continues to work closely with our law enforcement partners and the City of Houston to ensure the safety of our students.”
However, local activists say this isn’t the best solution, and might not even be the most cost-effective.
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