In 2023, Westport was awarded a grant under the Safe Streets and Roads for All program to develop a Safety Action Plan. Westport's Safety Action Plan will provide a roadmap towards achieving zero serious injuries and fatalities on the Town’s roadways. An overview of the SS4A Grant Program can be viewed on the USDOT website: https://www.transportation.gov/grants/SS4A

This webpage serves as a centralized hub for all information related to this vital project, providing residents, stakeholders, and visitors with information regarding our ongoing efforts to create safer streets and roads for all.

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PROJECT MATERIALS

2022-09-15 Grant Application
2024-02-21: Press Release
2024-02-21: Community Survey
2024-02-21: Project Fact Sheet
2024-02-21: Project Advisory Members
2024-02-22: Project Advisory Member Kickoff Presentation 
2024-04-08: Public Information Meeting Press Release
2024-04-10: Adopted Resolution
2024-05-13: Project Fact Sheet - Spanish
2024-08-26: Safety Analysis Technical Memorandum

KEY DATES

April 25, 2024: Traffic & Pedestrian Safety Meeting Recording  - Traffic & Pedestrian Safety Presentation 
                                                                                                               - Tighe & Bond Presentation

October 17, 2024: Traffic & Pedestrian Safety Meeting Recording - Traffic & Pedestrian Safety Presentation
                                                                                                                    - Tighe & Bond SS4A Presentation

CONTACT

SS4A@westportct.gov

FAQ’s

 What is SS4A?

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) established the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program, with $5 billion in appropriated funds over 5 years, 2022-2026. The SS4A program funds regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries. The SS4A program supports the U.S. Department of Transportation's National Roadway Safety Strategy and our goal of zero roadway deaths using a Safe System Approach.

What is a Safety Action Plan?

The goal of an Action Plan is to develop a holistic, well-defined strategy to prevent roadway fatalities and serious injuries within a community. These plans are developed to identify and address specific safety concerns, prioritize interventions, and implement data-driven strategies aimed at reducing and eventual elimination of roadway fatalities and serious injuries.

What is the timeline?

The Plan (and associated public engagement) will take place over a two-year period and is expected to be completed in 2025.

How can I participate?

There are several ways to get involved and stay up to date:

1. Check back on this webpage. Project updates, announcements, and opportunities to engage will the planning process will be posted here.
2. Sign up for the Town’s Notification emails. Stay informed of all Westport’s latest news and meeting updates by subscribing to the Westport eNotifications.
3. Follow the Town’s social media channels. Follow our official social media channels on Facebook, X (Twitter), and Instagram.
4. Attend Public Information Meetings. Several public information meetings will be held throughout the course of the project to provide updates and solicit feedback. Keep an eye out for announcements about upcoming meetings.
5. If you represent an organization in Town and would like to participate in an interview to share your experiences and thoughts as part of the SS4A study on behalf of your organization, please submit an email to SS4A@westportct.gov to express your interest in participation in a stakeholder interview. Please include a brief description of the organization that you represent and any specific topics/focus areas of interest.