We appreciate Keith Caywood’s letter on pedestrian safety (“Crosswalks poorly marked, dangerous,” Star-Advertiser, Oct. 16). He drew attention to the fact that more always needs to be done to save lives, including greater education and awareness by drivers and pedestrians alike. Here are some of the things we are doing at the City and County of Honolulu:

The city’s Department of Transportation Services adheres to engineering standards that are set by the Federal Highways Administration when designing pedestrian crossings.

Furthermore, the city’s Complete Streets program considers engineering, enforcement, education, encouragement and evaluation in designs to reduce pedestrian fatalities on Oahu.

In addition to marked and signalized crosswalks, we also utilize raised crosswalks, curb extensions, pedestrian islands, rectangular rapid flashing beacons, and in-roadway warning lights.

Finally, we are also using technology to help determine where the most collisions are occurring, and as safety crosses all jurisdictions, we share that information and work cooperatively with the state.

Jon Nouchi

City transportation services deputy director

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