Delores Matalik

October 28, 2002

To Whom It Concerns:

My letter addresses the proposed changes to the Guidelines for Accessible Pedestrians Rights of Way. I write as a blind person to oppose the universal installation of audible traffic signals.

These signals are simply unnecessary at every crossing. In fact, they can pose a danger as they make it more difficult to hear cars turning. Spending money on these signals given our economic situation at this time defies common sense. It makes much more sense to install special expensive signals on a case-by-case basis where they are beneficial rather than extraneous or outright dangerous.

Feel free to contact me personally with questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Delores Matalik