The City of Montgomery will enact an ordinance designed to address dangerous pedestrian activity in public rights-of-way.

The measure will go into effect later this week.

The ordinance bans people from entering active roadways or standing on medians to interact with drivers for non-traffic purposes. It also bars pedestrians from impeding traffic or walking along roadways when sidewalks or shoulders are available.

These measures are intended to protect pedestrians, motorists and cyclists by reducing distractions and preventing accidents at busy intersections and roadways.

“This is about saving lives,” Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed said. “Our top priority is the safety of every person who lives, works, or travels in Montgomery. This ordinance gives our officers another tool to prevent tra

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