Urban Phoenix Project Blog

Phoenix has a choice on McDowell Road: Lead or Fall Back
When it comes to the future of McDowell Road between 7th Street and SR-51, Phoenix stands at a crossroads. The community has spoken, experts have weighed in, and the foundation has been laid. But despite all this, the City has stated that no funding has been identified for design or construction.

SCM1002 and the War on Road Safety: Debunking Misinformation About Vision Zero
Arizona’s SCM1002 and the War on Road Safety: Unlike conventional traffic safety approaches, which focus on individual responsibility, Vision Zero focuses on system-wide design improvements that prevent fatalities and injuries. The strategy prioritizes infrastructure and policy changes, such as reduced speed limits, improved pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure, and vehicle design enhancements.