October is National Pedestrian Safety Month, bringing awareness to pedestrian safety and reminding drivers to watch for pedestrians every time they are behind the wheel. In addition, National Pedestrian Safety Month aims to remind drivers that engaging in distracting behaviors, like using a cell phone, increases the risk of traffic accidents by three times the standard rate.

Everyone is a pedestrian at some point in their day. That is why it is crucial to maintain safety precautions as both a driver and a pedestrian. This National Pedestrian Safety Month, Supervisor Spiegel reminds the Riverside County residents of our role in maintaining safe speeds, practicing safe driving behaviors, and abiding by all mobile device use laws when operating a vehicle.

During the board meeting held on Oct. 4, Supervisor Spiegel recognized the month of October as National Pedestrian Safety Month, bringing awareness to pedestrian safety. I had the honor of presenting a proclamation on National Pedestrian Safety Month to the Founder and CEO of Charlie's Cause, Diane Ward. Charlie's Cause is a nonprofit organization local to our County that advocates for the safety of pedestrians. Learn more...