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Pedestrian Safety and Crosswalks

Moab City

Summary

Consultants presented a comprehensive safety action plan aimed at reducing serious crashes and improving active transportation across Moab and Grand County. The plan lays the groundwork for upcoming federal grant funding.

At a glance

Total mentions
8
Last 30 days
3

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 13, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Positions the city to apply for multi-million-dollar federal infrastructure grants.

✅Who benefits

All roadway users, cyclists, and pedestrians in Moab.

⚠️Who could be affected

Motorists and ATV operators may experience slightly longer travel times.

Mentions & discussions (10)

MeetingOct 13, 2026

Regular City Council — October 13, 2026

Consultants presented a comprehensive safety action plan aimed at reducing serious crashes and improving active transportation across Moab and Grand County. The plan lays the groundwork for upcoming federal grant funding.

Moab Sun NewsSep 24, 2026

Meeting at a Glance: Moab City Council — September 22, 2026

Moab City Council cut the 100 West speed limit to 20 mph but declined to slow Mill Creek Drive, adopted a resolution committing to halve traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2040, and endorsed a position statement pressing to preserve Moab Area Tra...

Moab Sun NewsSep 23, 2026

Cyclist critically injured in Sand Flats Road hit-and-run, flown to Grand Junction

Grand County EMS says a cyclist struck in a hit-and-run on Sand Flats Road was flown to a Grand Junction hospital in critical condition. People who stopped at the scene had put a tourniquet on the rider before medics arrived.

MeetingAug 11, 2026

Regular City Council Meeting — August 11, 2026

The city is moving forward with plans to lower speed limits to 20 mph on 100 West and Mill Creek Drive to protect pedestrians and address off-highway vehicle safety. Staff also introduced low-cost paint and channelizer solutions for intersections like Williams Way.

MeetingApr 14, 2026approved

Regular City Council Meeting - ** EARLY START** — April 14, 2026

The council amended the city code regarding sidewalk construction, shifting some approval authority for exceptions from the council to the City Manager.

MeetingApr 9, 2026

City of Moab_Regular Planning Commission Meeting — April 9, 2026

The city is looking at ways to stop forcing property owners to build sidewalks on streets where they don't fit or aren't needed yet, which helps avoid 'patchwork' construction.

MeetingMar 26, 2026

City of Moab_Public Hearing_Proposed Ordinance 2026-07 — March 26, 2026

The city is looking at ways to let property owners skip building sidewalks in certain cases. This could save homeowners money but might change how walkable our neighborhoods are.

KPCWJan 19, 2026

Salt Lake City and Moab's slower speed limits are proving safer for pedestrians

Salt Lake City and Moab's slower speed limits are proving safer for pedestrians KPCW

KUERJan 16, 2026

Salt Lake City and Moab’s slower speed limits are proving safer for pedestrians

Salt Lake City and Moab’s slower speed limits are proving safer for pedestrians KUER

MeetingJun 24, 2025

Regular City Council — June 24, 2025

The city is upgrading to high-visibility crosswalks to make streets safer for walkers and cyclists, moving away from simple paint.

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