Safety is a shared responsibility. Whether you are on two wheels, four wheels, or on foot, these simple habits help keep our community moving safely.

Cyclist Safety

• Follow the Flow: Ride with traffic and obey all stop signs and signals—predictability is your best safety tool.
• Communicate Clearly: Use hand signals to tell drivers and other riders when you are turning or stopping.
• Protect Your Head: Helmets are required for riders ages 16 and under and strongly recommended for everyone.
• Be Bright: Wear reflective clothing and use bike lights (white front/red rear) when riding at night or in low light.
• Stay Alert: Avoid headphones or devices that limit your ability to hear approaching vehicles or other trail users.
• Scan the Road: Watch for hazards like gravel, uneven pavement, parked car doors, and storm drains.
• Intersection Awareness: Use extra caution at intersections; make eye contact with drivers before crossing their path.
  
  

Pedestrian & Runner Safety

• Sidewalks First: Use sidewalks whenever they are available.
• Face the Traffic: If there is no sidewalk, walk facing oncoming traffic and stay as far from the roadway as possible.
• Cross with Care: Stay alert at intersections and always use marked crosswalks when available.
• Visible at Dusk: Carry a flashlight or wear reflective gear if you are walking near sunrise or sunset. 
  
  

Trail & Greenbelt Etiquette

• The "Golden Rule": Pedestrians always have the right-of-way. Cyclists should slow down when approaching walkers.
• On Your Left: Always give a friendly verbal warning or ring a bell before passing someone from behind.
• Keep it Single File: When riding or walking in a group, move to a single file line when others are approaching or passing.
• Short Leashes: Keep pets on a short leash and on the right side of the trail to avoid blocking the path for others.
• Unplug for Safety: If using headphones, keep one earbud out so you can hear "passing" warnings from cyclists. 
  
  

Motorist Responsibilities

• Watch the "Blind Spots": Look twice for cyclists and pedestrians everywhere - whether it is a commercial district or a neighborhood.
• The 3-Foot Law: Always leave at least 3 feet of space when passing a cyclist. If you can’t give 3 feet, wait for a safe gap.
• Respect the Work Zone: Slow down and stay alert when passing Public Works or Utility crews working near the road.