How Did the Chicken Cross the Road?

Apparently the citizens of Longmont, Colorado have been having some trouble crossing streets.  This massive sign sits beside a crosswalk on Main Street:

Crosswalk Instructions

Crosswalk Instructions

“To cross street wait for break in traffic; then cross to middle island.  From middle island, wait for traffic in other direction; then finish crossing.  Note: Do not walk out in front of oncoming traffic.”

I love a city that needs formal signs warning its residents not to step in front of moving cars.