Pedestrian Refuge Island

A pedestrian refuge island is an area of the roadway where a raised island is constructed to create a protected area for people crossing the street. Where pedestrian refuge islands are installed, pedestrians only have to cross one direction of traffic at a time. Pedestrian refuge islands have significant safety benefits especially for crossing points on busier, multilane streets and are especially beneficial at crossings where pedestrians travel at slower speeds (often locations with high numbers of seniors or children). Based on unique factors at each location, prices will vary accordingly. Once authorized the program cost shown below will be deducted from the Ward Menu balance. Once design is complete, a location specific cost estimate will be prepared. If the estimate is less than the average cost the Menu balance will be credited. If the estimate is greater than the program cost additional Menu funds must be authorized in order to advance to construction.