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𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗘 𝟭𝟭 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗧𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗟𝗘 𝗣𝗘𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗔𝗡 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗧𝗬

  • 4 days ago
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Yesterday afternoon, February 26, ten Grade 11 students from the Cordillera Regional Science High School (CRSHS) shared the results of their study on pedestrian lane safety and regulation within Km. 3 to Km. 6 of Halsema Highway, titled “Paths to Safety”.


An output under the Pag-aaral ng Kasaysayan at Lipunang Pilipino (PKLP) subject, the presentation consisted of the current pedestrian status, its implications, key findings from the survey and their recommendations.


Current Pedestrian Status: There are 19 identified crosswalks and 2 overpasses


Implications:

  • The need to improve visibility of pedestrian lanes, as they were assessed using the three-rating scale: good, fair, and poor

  • The need to increase compliance with designated pedestrian crossings and motorist yielding


Key Findings:

  • Survey Respondents: 81 individuals consisting of commuters, students, and residents

  • “Lane too far” ranks as the top reason for non-usage of crosswalks 85.2% jaywalk regularly

  • Majority feel neutral about their safety when crossing during peak hours

  • Majority of crossings exist, but maintenance is inconsistent

  • Visibility does not guarantee effective use


Recommendations:

  • Pedestrian lane regulation - maintain and improve existing lanes

  • Location Mapping of Pedestrians - identify areas that need new crosswalks and remove unnecessary existing lanes


In summary, the research tells us that while numerous crossing points exist within the most traversed area in La Trinidad, most of them are either no longer clearly visible or lack adequate signage, resulting in reduced effectiveness and confusion among both motorists and pedestrians.


Thus, this significantly increases the risk of accidents and endangers the lives of the commuting public.


The proponents’ interest on the topic stems from their daily experiences when navigating through the area.


Mayor Roderick Awingan congratulated the group for a job well done and expressed admiration of their efforts while noting that the municipality faces challenges in regulation due to the ongoing road construction.


He then assured that once the repairs are completed, the local government will fully implement its policies on jaywalking and enhance crosswalk safety.


Mayor Awingan also suggested that they present their proposal to District Engineer Isagani Cayme of DPWH Benguet as the lead implementer in the construction and maintenance of major roads.


Municipal Administrator, Atty. Franco Bawang Jr. and Traffic Auxiliary staff, Leo Neil Abalos were likewise present during the discussion.


The municipality of La Trinidad extends its profound gratitude to the following students and their adviser, Cherry Lumidao, for their community-based proposal that will aid in ordinance implementation:

Angelu Grace Abalos

Frenelyn Bas-ilan

Nicole Beswilen

Maja Gail Bogsit

Diane Dacumos

Angel Grace Galangco

Arleigh Cael Palbusa

Charlotte Romawak

Charles Khyn Soligam

Allyssa Shane Tibanggay


Author: 𝘙𝘙. 𝘉𝘢𝘣𝘴𝘢-𝘢𝘺

 
 
 

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