https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOAwGvWY6Rk When it comes to making our streets safer for people walking, a lot of factors come into play. While most collisions occur outside of a crosswalk, it's worth noting that drivers fail to yield to people walking in crosswalks…
February marked Operation Best Foot Forward’s (BFF) 19th high-visibility crosswalk enforcement action conducted by Orlando Police Department (OPD) and Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO). The ‘crosswalk crackdown’ reminds drivers to yield and stop for people in marked crosswalks, as Florida…
The City of Orlando is one of three cities chosen nationwide by Smart Growth America for the Safe Streets Academy. As part of its participation, Orlando has selected the Curry Ford Road corridor from S. Bumby Avenue to S. Crystal…
Orange County is making headway in trails and connectivity. Mayor Teresa Jacobs, Commissioners Victoria Siplin and Bryan Nelson and Orange County parks and recreation staff and volunteers were some of the many trails supporters on hand to witness recent progress on…
It’s that time again – we are springing forward for Daylight Saving Time. On Sunday, March 11, remember to set your clocks an hour ahead and plan for that hour lost. More importantly, be alert for more vulnerable road users…
What does the latest Government Highway Safety Association (GHSA) Report tell us about the walkability of our roads? How does Florida fare versus other states? Measurable efforts to improve safety for all community members on the roads have increased in…
Media turn out to tell viewers about Operation Best Foot Forward and why they must yield to people walking As Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) and Orlando Police Department (OPD) were out enforcing Florida's driver yield law during February’s…
Media Contacts: Amanda Day or Barbara Giles 407-636-5606 [email protected] or [email protected] OPD and OSCO Crosswalk Crackdown Feb. 7 Operation BFF urges drivers to yield for people in crosswalks WHAT: Operation Best Foot Forward is a high-visibility, dual-enforcement action to remind drivers…
With 47 reported pedestrian fatalities in Orange County, 2017 is shaping up to be one of the deadliest years on record for people simply trying to walk across a street. Add in the fact that Daylight Savings just ended and…