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Madison automates walk signals to protect public health

Purpose
Public health
Approach
Changes to public space
Type
Public space
Mode
Walking
Walking

About this initiative

Madison Traffic Engineering has placed signs over the crosswalk buttons throughout downtown. Officials say the crossings are now automated in an effort to reduce the number of people touching the buttons to help stop the spread of the COVID-19.

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