Bloomberg Philanthropies is helping make streets safer for everyone, like how a playground becomes more fun when there are clear rules and good equipment.
Imagine you're playing on a busy street with your friends, but there are no crosswalks, no speed limits, and cars zoom by like kids on a slide. It's hard to stay safe! Bloomberg Philanthropies is helping cities add things like sidewalks, bike lanes, and traffic signals, like giving the street a new playground with clear rules so everyone can play safely.
Making Streets Like Playgrounds
They also help cities fix roads so they're easier for pedestrians, cyclists, and even buses to use. It's like fixing the swings or adding a slide, it makes things more fun and easier for everyone.
Sometimes, they teach people how to drive better or how to walk safely, just like learning new games in the playground. This helps make streets safer not only for kids but also for grown-ups and pets too! Bloomberg Philanthropies is helping make streets safer for everyone, like how a playground becomes more fun when there are clear rules and good equipment.
Imagine you're playing on a busy street with your friends, but there are no crosswalks, no speed limits, and cars zoom by like kids on a slide. It's hard to stay safe! Bloomberg Philanthropies is helping cities add things like sidewalks, bike lanes, and traffic signals, like giving the street a new playground with clear rules so everyone can play safely.
Examples
- A city adds more crosswalks and reduces speed limits to help kids walk safely to school.
- Cars are limited to 20 mph in neighborhoods to make walking safer for seniors.
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