Madison Reporter

Alder Nasra Wehelie will continue her Lunch and Learn series this month with a session focused on traffic engineering. The virtual event is scheduled for Thursday, February 20, from 12 to 1 p.m. It aims to provide insights into traffic safety and infrastructure planning for all road users, including drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.

Dr. Yang Tao, Director of Traffic Engineering, will be the featured speaker. He will discuss Vision Zero, a strategy aimed at eliminating traffic fatalities and severe injuries while promoting safe and equitable mobility. Dr. Tao will also cover various projects planned for District 7.

The session includes a presentation by Dr. Tao followed by an interactive Q&A segment. Participants can ask questions or give feedback either verbally or through the chat box during the event. Questions can also be submitted in advance to Lorissa Banuelos, Community Engagement Strategist, via email at lbanuelos@cityofmadison.com with "February 20 Lunch and Learn question" in the subject line.

This event is free and open to all residents who register in advance at www.cityofmadison.com/LunchandLearnD7. Registrants will receive login information for joining the virtual meeting via computer, smartphone, tablet, or telephone.

For further details, contact Alder Nasra Wehelie at district7@cityofmadison.com or (608) 571-4919. Alternatively, reach out to the Common Council Office at council@cityofmadison.com or (608) 266-4071.

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