San Mateo residents,

We need your help in making our streets safe for those who walk. In the past five months, three pedestrians have died on San Mateo streets.

- In September, a driver hit and killed San Mateo resident Yolanda Villar on Peninsula Avenue. Yolanda was a single mom of a special needs daughter,

- In November, a driver hit and killed a pedestrian near the intersection of Hillsdale Boulevard and El Camino,

- Last week, a driver killed San Mateo resident Mark Kramer near the Fish Market.

There is no reason for the City of San Mateo to see a pedestrian death every other month on its streets (in addition to numerous serious injuries). This does not seem to happen in other cities in the County.

By signing here, we will forward an email to the SM City Council and staff on your behalf. The Council has the power to make public safety the highest priority for the City.

Thank you for doing your part and stay tuned for more info,

Mike Swire

San Mateo resident