02-05-2016, 01:59 PM
(02-05-2016, 01:16 PM)Andy Wrote: Yeah I agree ijmorlan. I want to be empowered as a pedestrian to take safety in my own hands, and the refuges allow that.
I've walked downtown kitchener to work for the past 2 years. I've almost been hit a couple times when crossing a street where I have the right of way - enforced by traffic lights. I will always jay walk when given the chance because it's much safer.
Yes, strongly agree. Jaywalking = you check for lack of traffic and then you go. Obviously don't jaywalk in front of cars (or while texting etc).
Also agree with ijmorlan and ookpik's points. Unpredictable behaviour is not so good when it comes to cars.