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Bannister's Wharf pedestrian safety
Summary
A state-approved signal and crosswalk at Bannister's Wharf won't be built until 2028, and the council formally demanded RIDOT speed it up after counts showed 500+ pedestrians crossing a four-lane road in a peak hour.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 27, 2026.
Impact analysis
✅Who benefits
Pedestrians, cyclists and motorists in Newport's busiest corridor.
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