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Mila's death was tragic and disheartening: but I do question the statement that she was "killed by a hit and run driver"--I am fairly sure that the driver did not run at all, and was found completely innocent by the police.

Of course if the car was going slower she would still be alive: but if the police found no indication of speeding, then it's not the driver's fault, but the cities.

My apologies: this is a good call to action, but I don't want to see someone who is innocent of wrong-doing be portrayed incorrectly.

yale does not control speed limits, however, the university should be furiously lobbying the city of new haven to reduce them in all areas around the campus and hospital. i can't believe that the univ/city aren't listening to the community's concerns and making our streess safer now.

Park street at Edgewood (back of Pierson) is another high-visibility crossing that does not even have a crosswalk painted. it's a 4 lane crossing distance (when considering the parking lanes as well). Park street should be choked by physical bump outs (as opposed to lines being painted) to only allow one wider (for accessibility of emergency vehicles) lane to turn right.

I wholeheartedly agree with the sentiment of this op ed. That said, there are a couple minor corrections to be made, neither of which are substantial, but just worth mentioning.

1) Mila Rainof was not involved in a "hit-and-run". The driver stopped but, I believe, was not issued a citation.

2) New Haven Safe Streets Coalition is not a student group, though I am sure some students are involved. From their website (http://www.newhavensafestreets.org/):

"New Haven Safe Streets is a broad coalition of individual organizations, elected officials and residents who are all advocating for streets that are livable, walkable, bikeable, economically viable, environmentally sound, and safe for residents of all ages and abilities."

Contact newhavensafestreets at gmail.com to get involved with the effort. The group is looking for volunteers to work on this effort in all city neighborhoods, at the state level, and at the local schools and universities.

Hurrah--excellent suggestions all. Now let's see some action by Yale and the city!

You can also work with ElmCityCycling.org if you are interested in increasing safety/infrastructure for cyclists.

Most of us choose not to take the adversarial tone that is being established here: we view the city as important partners in our work, who support & appreciate our presence.

It hasn't always been this way, but as a former outspoken "rebel" I feel confident saying that this is the case now.