JACKSON, Wyo. — On July 12, the Town of Jackson (TOJ) announced the implementation of a 15 mph speed limit on pathways with selected 10 mph Slow Zones near school campuses and through Garaman Park.
According to a post by the TOJ, Jackson’s Police Department (JPD) will utilize Community Service and Patrol Officers to monitor pathways and enforce the new regulation. The new initiative is aimed at ensuring the safety of cyclists, pedestrians and other users, the TOJ says, which can include wildlife.
“Respect wildlife,” Friends of Pathways says. “Be patient and never scare or chase wildlife off the trail.”
Buckrail previously reported that adding 15 mph speed limit signs and enforcement from JPD on the pathways will cost $59,640 in the first year and $140,820 over five years.
The TOJ also reminds bicyclists that under Wyoming law bicycles are considered vehicles on public roadways and are subject to the same laws as cars, even inside bollards. All bicyclists must fully stop at stop signs, follow the flow and direction of traffic and leave the sidewalks for pedestrian use.
