Next steps in Spokane include tailoring a clear, plug-and-play Emergency Streets protocol that fits different road types, speeds, and jurisdictions. We’ll also work on showing the real costs of inaction—like emergency response time and the impact on walking and biking. Once our draft toolkit is ready and the website is live, we’ll reconnect with Spokane in late August to explore a potential pilot.

We’re continuing to explore the potential for repurposing tires as part of Emergency Streets installations. Given environmental concerns in some regions (like tire chemical runoff), the next phase is testing materials in different climates and street contexts to assess durability, safety, and ecological impact. We'll develop visuals and cost breakdowns to help city partners understand how and where this could be safely deployed, and will circle back with Bridgestone once a viable pilot opportunity emerges.