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Pedestrian Education Safety Campaign

We would like your input on pedestrian and driver behaviors in the City of Ann Arbor to inform a pedestrian education safety campaign being developed.

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146 registered responses


Are you a Michigan resident?

Response Percent Response Count
Yes 100.0% 146

What is your zip code?

Answered
145
Skipped
1

How old are you?

Response Percent Response Count
18-24 2.1% 3
25-34 11.0% 16
35-44 18.6% 27
45-54 13.1% 19
55-64 19.3% 28
65+ 35.9% 52

Which of the following do you do at least three times a week? Select all that apply.

Response Percent Response Count
Travel as a pedestrian (e.g., walk, roll in a wheelchair) for at least 15 minutes 87.7% 128
Drive a car 87.7% 128
Take public transit 13.7% 20
Ride a bicycle 40.4% 59
Ride a scooter (motorized or non-motorized) 2.7% 4

When you walk or use an assistive mobility device (wheelchair, mobility scooter, etc.) for at least 15 minutes, what are the usual reasons for your travel? Select all that apply.

Response Percent Response Count
To commute to work 18.1% 26
To commute to school 4.9% 7
To participate in a social activity 50.0% 72
For shopping or errands 62.5% 90
For fun or exercise 84.0% 121
I do not walk or use an assistive mobility device for at least 15 minutes at a time 7.6% 11
Other 7.6% 11

When you drive a motor vehicle, what are the usual reasons for your travel? Select all that apply.

Response Percent Response Count
To commute to work 36.6% 53
To commute to school 6.2% 9
To participate in a social activity 71.7% 104
For shopping or errands 92.4% 134
For fun or exercise 13.8% 20
I do not drive a motor vehicle 3.4% 5
Other 8.3% 12

When you take public transit, what are the usual reasons for your travel? Select all that apply.

Response Percent Response Count
To commute to work 20.4% 29
To commute to school 4.9% 7
To participate in a social activity 21.8% 31
For shopping or errands 19.0% 27
For fun or exercise 5.6% 8
I do not use public transportation 53.5% 76
Other 4.9% 7

Thinking about your experience with pedestrians and drivers in the City of Ann Arbor, please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements:

Ann Arbor is a pedestrian-friendly community.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly agree 8.3% 12
Agree 53.1% 77
Neither agree nor disagree 24.1% 35
Disagree 11.7% 17
Strongly disagree 1.4% 2
It is dangerous to be a pedestrian in Ann Arbor.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly agree 10.3% 15
Agree 35.9% 52
Neither agree nor disagree 24.8% 36
Disagree 24.8% 36
Strongly disagree 3.4% 5
Pedestrians in Ann Arbor follow the rules of the road.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly agree 7.6% 11
Agree 31.7% 46
Neither agree nor disagree 19.3% 28
Disagree 28.3% 41
Strongly disagree 13.1% 19
Drivers in Ann Arbor follow the rules of the road.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly agree 5.5% 8
Agree 17.2% 25
Neither agree nor disagree 19.3% 28
Disagree 42.8% 62
Strongly disagree 14.5% 21

Please indicate if you think the following scenario is true or false:

Motorists must stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk, except if there is a traffic light and the motorist has the green light.
Response Percent Response Count
True 73.1% 106
False 25.5% 37
Motorists must stop for a pedestrian who is waiting at the crosswalk but not yet in it, except if there is a traffic light and the motorist has the green light.
Response Percent Response Count
True 84.8% 123
False 15.2% 22
Motorists must stop for a pedestrian who is crossing the street outside of a crosswalk.
Response Percent Response Count
True 70.3% 102
False 29.0% 42
At an intersection with sidewalks leading up to it, motorists are required by law to yield to pedestrians, whether or not there is a crosswalk.
Response Percent Response Count
True 67.6% 98
False 31.7% 46
If a car is stopped at a crosswalk and there is no pedestrian visible, another motorist coming up from behind must also stop, even there is an open lane that would enable them to go around.
Response Percent Response Count
True 67.6% 98
False 32.4% 47

In your opinion, whose behavior is usually at fault in pedestrian crashes?

Response Percent Response Count
Drivers 55.3% 78
Equally drivers and pedestrians 40.4% 57
Pedestrians 4.3% 6

For each of the following statements, select how much you agree/disagree with the statement. The following driver behaviors can prevent pedestrian crashes:

Driving at or below the speed limit.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly agree 50.3% 73
Agree 40.0% 58
Neither agree nor disagree 5.5% 8
Disagree 2.8% 4
Strongly disagree 1.4% 2
Driving more cautiously as you enter the city.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly agree 54.5% 79
Agree 37.2% 54
Neither agree nor disagree 4.1% 6
Disagree 3.4% 5
Strongly disagree 0.7% 1
Looking out for pedestrians when making turns.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly agree 71.0% 103
Agree 27.6% 40
Strongly disagree 0.7% 1
Stopping for pedestrians in the crosswalk.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly agree 74.5% 108
Agree 23.4% 34
Neither agree nor disagree 0.7% 1
Strongly disagree 1.4% 2
Stopping for pedestrians at the crosswalk even if their intentions are unclear.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly agree 46.2% 67
Agree 36.6% 53
Neither agree nor disagree 11.7% 17
Disagree 3.4% 5
Strongly disagree 2.1% 3

For each of the following statements, select how much you agree/disagree with the statement. The following pedestrian behaviors can prevent pedestrian crashes:

Crossing with the light.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly agree 64.1% 93
Agree 26.9% 39
Neither agree nor disagree 5.5% 8
Disagree 1.4% 2
Strongly disagree 2.1% 3
Making eye contact with drivers when you intend to cross.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly agree 56.6% 82
Agree 24.8% 36
Neither agree nor disagree 10.3% 15
Disagree 4.1% 6
Strongly disagree 4.1% 6
Signaling to drivers when you intend to cross.
Response Percent Response Count
Strongly agree 42.8% 62
Agree 30.3% 44
Neither agree nor disagree 13.1% 19
Disagree 8.3% 12
Strongly disagree 5.5% 8

For each of the following statements, select how often you did the behavior identified in the last month. When driving, how often did you do the following in the last month?

Stop for pedestrians that were at the crosswalk
Response Percent Response Count
All of the time 60.7% 88
Most of the time 32.4% 47
Some of the time 2.8% 4
I did not drive last month 3.4% 5
Drive at least 5-10 miles over the speed limit on a local street
Response Percent Response Count
All of the time 3.4% 5
Most of the time 4.8% 7
Some of the time 39.3% 57
None of the time 48.3% 70
I did not drive last month 4.1% 6

For each of the following statements, select how often you did the behavior identified in the last month. As a pedestrian, how often did you do the following in the last month?

Cross the street outside of a crosswalk on a street with designated crosswalks
Response Percent Response Count
All of the time 2.1% 3
Most of the time 7.6% 11
Some of the time 62.1% 90
None of the time 26.2% 38
I did not drive last month 0.7% 1
Cross the street when there is a Do Not Walk signal
Response Percent Response Count
All of the time 2.8% 4
Most of the time 1.4% 2
Some of the time 45.5% 66
None of the time 49.7% 72
I did not drive last month 0.7% 1

Do you recall seeing or hearing advertising about any of the following safety issues in the past three months? Select all that apply.

Response Percent Response Count
Pedestrians shouldn't text while walking. 15.9% 22
Pedestrians should cross at an intersection or crosswalk. 13.0% 18
Pedestrians should look left-right-left when crossing. 9.4% 13
Pedestrians should follow traffic signals when crossing. 10.1% 14
When there's no sidewalk, pedestrians should walk facing traffic. 9.4% 13
Pedestrians should carry a flashlight and wear reflective gear to make themselves more visible at night. 9.4% 13
Drivers must obey the posted speed limit. 21.0% 29
Drivers should stop for pedestrians in the crosswalk. 26.1% 36
Drivers should watch for pedestrians when turning. 18.8% 26
Drivers should follow traffic signals. 10.9% 15
Drivers shouldn't text and drive. 46.4% 64
Drivers shouldn't drink and drive. 47.1% 65
Drivers must allow at least 3 feet when passing bicyclists. 19.6% 27
Drivers should look out for pedestrians, especially in areas where they know pedestrians might be present, such as near schools, parks, shopping areas, and transit stops. 14.5% 20
Bicyclists should use hand signals when planning to stop or turn. 10.1% 14
Bicyclists must ride in the direction of traffic. 9.4% 13
Bicyclists should use bike lights when riding at night. 12.3% 17
None of the above 42.0% 58

Where do you recall seeing or hearing these traffic safety messages? Select all that apply.

Response Percent Response Count
Television ad 23.9% 21
Radio ad 27.3% 24
Billboard ad 36.4% 32
Online ad 23.9% 21
At the gas pump 9.1% 8
On the Michigan.gov website 5.7% 5
On a flyer or pamphlet 10.2% 9
Social media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) 28.4% 25
Local newspaper 15.9% 14
Local newscast 10.2% 9
Other 20.5% 18
Ryan O’Keefe inside ward 5
October 19, 2022, 12:30 PM
  • Are you a Michigan resident?
    • Yes
  • What is your zip code?
    48103
  • How old are you?
    • 25-34
  • Which of the following do you do at least three times a week? Select all that apply.
    • Travel as a pedestrian (e.g., walk, roll in a wheelchair) for at least 15 minutes
    • Drive a car
  • When you walk or use an assistive mobility device (wheelchair, mobility scooter, etc.) for at least 15 minutes, what are the usual reasons for your travel? Select all that apply.
    • To participate in a social activity
    • For shopping or errands
    • For fun or exercise
  • When you drive a motor vehicle, what are the usual reasons for your travel? Select all that apply.
    • To commute to work
    • To participate in a social activity
  • When you take public transit, what are the usual reasons for your travel? Select all that apply.
    • To participate in a social activity
  • Thinking about your experience with pedestrians and drivers in the City of Ann Arbor, please indicate your level of agreement with the following statements:
    • Ann Arbor is a pedestrian-friendly community. - Agree
    • It is dangerous to be a pedestrian in Ann Arbor. - Neither agree nor disagree
    • Pedestrians in Ann Arbor follow the rules of the road. - Disagree
    • Drivers in Ann Arbor follow the rules of the road. - Agree
  • Please indicate if you think the following scenario is true or false:
    • Motorists must stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk, except if there is a traffic light and the motorist has the green light. - False
    • Motorists must stop for a pedestrian who is waiting at the crosswalk but not yet in it, except if there is a traffic light and the motorist has the green light. - True
    • Motorists must stop for a pedestrian who is crossing the street outside of a crosswalk. - True
    • At an intersection with sidewalks leading up to it, motorists are required by law to yield to pedestrians, whether or not there is a crosswalk. - False
    • If a car is stopped at a crosswalk and there is no pedestrian visible, another motorist coming up from behind must also stop, even there is an open lane that would enable them to go around. - True
  • In your opinion, whose behavior is usually at fault in pedestrian crashes?
    • Equally drivers and pedestrians
  • For each of the following statements, select how much you agree/disagree with the statement. The following driver behaviors can prevent pedestrian crashes:
    • Driving at or below the speed limit. - Agree
    • Driving more cautiously as you enter the city. - Strongly agree
    • Looking out for pedestrians when making turns. - Strongly agree
    • Stopping for pedestrians in the crosswalk. - Strongly agree
    • Stopping for pedestrians at the crosswalk even if their intentions are unclear. - Agree
  • For each of the following statements, select how much you agree/disagree with the statement. The following pedestrian behaviors can prevent pedestrian crashes:
    • Crossing with the light. - Agree
    • Making eye contact with drivers when you intend to cross. - Strongly agree
    • Signaling to drivers when you intend to cross. - Strongly agree
  • For each of the following statements, select how often you did the behavior identified in the last month. When driving, how often did you do the following in the last month?
    • Stop for pedestrians that were at the crosswalk - Most of the time
    • Drive at least 5-10 miles over the speed limit on a local street - None of the time
  • For each of the following statements, select how often you did the behavior identified in the last month. As a pedestrian, how often did you do the following in the last month?
    • Cross the street outside of a crosswalk on a street with designated crosswalks - Some of the time
    • Cross the street when there is a Do Not Walk signal - None of the time
  • Do you recall seeing or hearing advertising about any of the following safety issues in the past three months? Select all that apply.
    • Drivers must obey the posted speed limit.
    • Drivers shouldn't text and drive.
    • Drivers shouldn't drink and drive.
  • Where do you recall seeing or hearing these traffic safety messages? Select all that apply.
    • Billboard ad
    • At the gas pump
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