The Richmond Department of Transportation announced on April 23 that it will host a Speed Management Symposium on Wednesday, May 20, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Main Street Station, located at 1500 East Main Street.
The event aims to update residents about ongoing efforts to improve safety for families, children walking to school, cyclists, and drivers in Richmond neighborhoods. Organizers say the symposium is an opportunity for community members to learn how they can contribute to safer streets.
According to the announcement, attendees will receive updates on several initiatives. These include the expansion of the city’s Safety Camera Program along high-injury street networks—now enforcing both red-light running and excessive speeding in active school zones—as well as changes made in the built environment intended to foster a culture of safety throughout Richmond. The department also plans to discuss transportation projects designed both large and small with the goal of naturally slowing traffic speeds and creating welcoming spaces for all travel choices.
The symposium will feature dynamic presentations by experts covering topics such as Vision Zero, Complete Streets policies, and the health benefits associated with safer streets. Information tables staffed by city departments, nonprofits, law enforcement agencies including Richmond Police and VCU Police, VDOT representatives, Bike Walk RVA members and others will be available for attendees who wish to learn more or connect directly with stakeholders. A live question-and-answer session is scheduled so participants can share their ideas or concerns.
Organizers recommend RSVPing at www.rva.gov/public-works/symposium but note that registration is not required. For additional questions about the event or related programs, residents are encouraged to email AskPublicWorks@rva.gov.
