City of Goleta Awarded Grant for Bicycle, Pedestrian Safety Education

Source: City of Goleta

City of Goleta is pleased to announce that we received a $40,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) that focuses on the safety of bicyclists and pedestrians.

“Our goal is that education will change poor behaviors and make our roads safer,” OTS Director Barbara Rooney said. “This funding will help ensure the safety of those out biking or walking.”

Grant funds will be used for a variety of activities promoting bicyclist and pedestrian safety:

• Education workshops geared toward youth and older adults.
• Education on the importance of safety equipment that improves visibility such as reflective armbands, bicycle headlights and taillights.
• Community walks and bicycle safety courses.
• Bicycle helmet inspections.
• Distribution of bicycle helmets to those in need following education presentations.

“We are excited to begin working on traffic safety programs,” said City of Goleta Public Works Director Charlie Ebeling. “We will work with the Coalition for Sustainable Transportation (COAST) to provide education to the community focusing on Goleta Union School District students, family members and caregivers.”

All in-person activities will follow COVID-19 safety guidelines.

The grant program runs from October 1, 2020, to September 30, 2021.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.