Should Summit Consider Greater Downtown Traffic Safety Measures?

Responding to a fatal pedestrian accident in Downtown Summit on Wednesday night Summit Patch readers have been commenting that streets near Summit train station are potentially unsafe.

One reader offered a suggestion for how to lessen the dangers on Maple Street and Union Place, where the fatal accident occurred.

“This particular crosswalk is very, very dark, says BJ Coghan, “I am always concerned when crossing there on the way home from the bus, particularly in a dark coat. Better lighting should be considered.”

What do you think? Does Summit need more lighting for streets near train station? Currently, there is a flashing light in the center of the crosswalk at the intersection.

Take the poll below and leave a comment to share you thoughts.

To bring safety suggestions to the attention of the Common Council, a citizen of Summit, or a group would have to write a letter, or a neighborhood petition to the governing body of the city. It’s received and then goes to the Council safety committee, which works with police on traffic safety issues.

The deadly accident on Union Place occurred just after 6 p.m. on Wednesday when a Nissan Xterra struck a woman crossing the street after work.  The woman, Cynthia Pelham-Webb of Short Hills was taken to Morristown Medical Center where she succumbed to her injuries. Summit Police are still investigating.