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People, Not 'Pedestrians'

These are our roads. Roads we share. How we think about them, talk about them, and behave on them says something about who we are, Idaho. 

When we stop seeing people who walk as “pedestrians,” and people who bike as “cyclists,” and people who drive as “drivers,” we start seeing them as our neighbors, coworkers, and families that we care about. Everything changes. So, what can you do?

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Not “Pedestrians”—People: How people who walk, bike, and drive can keep each other safe on the road

Whether you walk, bike, or drive, we’re all responsible for keeping Idaho roads safe. Here’s how.

“People are the most important part of the transportation system, and each conversation should start with them in mind.”

— Bill K: ITD Grants and Contracts Officer

Tips to Sharing Our Roads

  • If you’re walking: Be predictable. Cross at crosswalks, looking left, right, and left again for cars.

  • If you’re biking: Obey street signs, signals, and road markings—just like a car. Always pause at yield signs and look both ways.

  • If you’re driving: Be an engaged driver, watching for people and bikes at all times.

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In 2024, 14 pedestrians and 3 bicyclists were killed in traffic crashes. Representing 7% of all fatalities in Idaho.

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Children, ages 4 to 14, accounted for 13% of the fatalities and injuries sustained in pedestrian crashes and 20% of the fatalities and injuries sustained in bicycle crashes.

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The percentage of bicyclists involved in crashes who were wearing helmets remains very low at 21%

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