The plan outlines the city’s ambitious goal to eliminate traffic fatalities and reduce serious injuries by 50% by the year 2035.

“I think I speak for all of us when I say that no one should fear walking to school, biking to work, or driving to see family,” said Mayor Donna Deegan. “Vision Zero promises a safer Jacksonville for every person, in every neighborhood - no matter how they get around town.”

At the onset of this project, the city analyzed crash data from 2018 to 2023 to identify where the most severe and deadly incidents were occurring. This allowed for a focused, data-driven approach for the VZAP—ensuring that limited resources will be directed to the locations where safety improvements will have the greatest impact.

Key components of the plan include:

• High Injury Network (HIN) Identification: Pinpointing specific corridors with the highest rates of accidents to prioritize interventions.
• Feasible Policy Recommendations: Developing practical solutions, such as improved crosswalks, bike lanes, and speed limits, to address safety concerns.
• Measurable Performance Targets: Setting clear goals to track progress and ensure accountability.
• Comprehensive Crash Analysis: Conducting in-depth studies to understand the causes of accidents and inform targeted interventions.
• Branding and Public Engagement Strategy: Raising awareness, fostering community involvement, and building support for the VZAP.
• Demonstration Projects: Implementing innovative safety measures in select areas to showcase their effectiveness and encourage wider adoption.
• Collaboration with Partner Agencies: Working closely with organizations like the Florida Department of Transportation, Jacksonville Transportation Authority, the North Florida TPO, and local law enforcement to coordinate efforts and maximize impact.

“Mayor Deegan often speaks of a new day in Jacksonville, said Matt Fall, Bicycle-Pedestrian Coordinator for the City of Jacksonville. “I believe this plan reflects that spirit. It’s a new era for transportation safety in our city—one where traffic deaths are no longer treated as inevitable, but as preventable. One where every life matters.”

The Vision Zero initiative is supported in part by a federal Safe Streets and Roads for All grant.

The full plan and dashboard are available at Jacksonville.gov - Vision Zero Action Plan (VZAP).