Overview
ABOUT
Crashes on Central Oklahoma Streets are Increasing, and so are the Human and Economic Costs to our Community.
Crashes in central Oklahoma increased 21 percent from 2020 to 2021 with 21,146 total crashes. Most traffic fatalities occur on streets where speeds are 45 miles per hour or above, or streets with limited street lighting.
The Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) is developing a Regional Safety Action Plan to address existing and future traffic safety deficiencies through education and proven measures in order to create safer, more equitable mobility system for all. The plan will include a holistic strategy to reduce or eliminate roadway fatalities and serious injuries in Central Oklahoma.
Mission Statement
In February 2024, the RSAP Planning team, which consists of ACOG staff, local municipal staff, civic leaders, law enforcement, interest groups and other stakeholders, collaborated to develop a mission statement for the Regional Safety Planning effort:
"All people deserve to live without the devastating effects of severe injuries and fatal crashes in our region. The ACOG Regional Safety Action Plan aims to promote a culture of safety by implementing policies, educating and engaging with the public, and improving infrastructure to create a safer road network for everyone."
PROJECT OVERVIEW
ACOG received federal grant funding to develop a plan as a part of the US Department of Transportation’s bipartisan Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program. The Regional Safety Action Plan will analyze safety needs, identify high-risk locations and factors contributing to crashes, prioritize strategies to address them, and serve as a guide for future implementation of the improvements and funding requests.
PROJECT SEQUENCE
RSAP Phases
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Timeline item 1 - complete
1: Coalition Building and Information Gathering
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Timeline item 2 - complete
2: Public Engagement
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Timeline item 3 - complete
3: Analysis
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Timeline item 4 - active
4: Review Draft Plan
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Timeline item 5 - incomplete
5: Adopt Final Plan
Draft RSAP
Click below to view the Draft ACOG RSAP
Map Survey
Events
PAST EVENT
Saturday, October 26, 2024 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Haunt Old Town
ACOG will attend Haunt Old Town in Moore to share a draft of the Regional Safety Action Plan for public comment. The plan guides future transportation safety improvements across Central Oklahoma. Attendees will have an opportunity to talk to project planners, provide input on the draft plan, and learn more about the recommendations in the plan.
When: Saturday, Oct. 26 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Old Town Moore (101 N Main Moore, OK 73160)
Wednesday 23 October 2024 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
ACOG Public Workshop
ACOG will host a public workshop to share a draft of the Regional Safety Action Plan for public comment. The plan guides future transportation safety improvements across Central Oklahoma. Attendees will have an opportunity to talk to project planners, provide input on the draft plan, and learn more about the recommendations in the plan.
When: Wednesday, Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Rose State College (1910 Hudiburg Drive, Midwest City, OK 73110). Student Union, Atrium A.
Monday, August 12, 2024 to Wednesday, August 14, 2024
2024 Oklahoma Traffic Safety Summit at Embassy Suites by Hilton (2501 Conference Drive, Norman, OK 73069)
The 2024 Oklahoma Traffic Safety Summit is the premier training event for all highway safety stakeholders in and around the Sooner State. Guests can expect a wide range of traffic safety topics, making this event an ideal educational and networking opportunity for law enforcement officers, administrators, non-profit organizations, and researchers who are dedicated to keeping people safe on our roads.
Where: Embassy Suites by Hilton (2501 Conference Drive, Norman, OK 73069)
Free to attend; registration is required.
Learn more about the event here. Click here to view the agenda.
Tuesday, July 02, 2024
Regional Safety Action Plan Public Workshop
ACOG hosted a public workshop for residents to learn more about the Regional Safety Action Plan currently underway and provide input on the future of transportation safety in Central Oklahoma. Attendees had opportunities to talk to project planners and discuss future recommendations for transportation safety improvements.
When: Tuesday, July 2 from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Where: Bethany Library, Meeting Room A (6700 NW 35th St, Bethany, OK 73008)
Saturday, May 11, 2024
Norman Farm Market
The ACOG Regional Safety Action Plan team will attend the Norman Farm Market on May 11th to share the survey and information about the project, and gather input from residents on safety in the ACOG region.
When: Saturday, May 11, 2024
Where: The Well (210 James Garner Ave, Norman, OK 73069)
Wednesday, February 28, 2024 9:30 am to 2:30 pm
2024 Regional Safety Summit
ACOG and the City of Oklahoma City will host a collaborative Regional Safety Summit on February 28 to explore new solutions for transportation safety through policy, education and infrastructure.
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Project Contact
| Name | John Sharp, ACOG Project Manager |
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| safety@acogok.org |
