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CRASHES, SERIOUS INJURIES AND FATALITIES INVOLVING PEDESTRIANS AND BICYCLISTS ON CONNECTICUT ROADWAYS IN 2025.
SAFETY TIPS
For Pedestrians
Watch for cars backing up in parking lots and driveways.
For Drivers
You may cross the center line to pass a cyclist if it’s safe.
For Bicyclists
Always ride on the right in the direction of traffic.
LAWS
For Pedestrians
State law requires pedestrians walking along the road to use sidewalks when available.
For Drivers
Pedestrians have the right of way in marked and unmarked crosswalks, meaning cars must yield for pedestrians, wherever they are in the crosswalk
For Bicyclists
Bicyclists can ride on sidewalks and in crosswalks but when doing so have the same responsibilities and rights as pedestrians.
CTDOT is developing a new Statewide Active Transportation Plan to make it safer and easier to move across Connecticut.
This plan will serve as the guide for future improvements to sidewalks, bike lanes, and multi-use trails – where the type of transportation is YOU powered. 🏃🚴🧑🦽
Join us for a virtual public meeting to learn more and give your feedback:
📅📅 Tuesday, May 19 at 12PM
📅📅 Wednesday, May 20 at 6PM
Your input will help shape how Connecticut moves for years to come.
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Wally wants to remind everyone that children under age 10 should never be near the roadway without an adult. Because young children are still developing the skills needed to judge speed, distance, and traffic patterns, they face a much higher risk near moving vehicles. Supervising children near roads, driveways, and crosswalks is one of the most important ways to keep them safe. #WatchForMeCT #PedestrianSafety #winnieandwally ... See MoreSee Less
This Mother’s Day, we’re recognizing the important role moms and caregivers play in teaching children lifelong roadway safety habits. From showing kids how to use crosswalks and look both ways to modeling safe behavior around traffic, these everyday lessons help build safer communities for everyone. Thank you to all the mothers helping raise the next generation of safe, confident road users. #WatchForMeCT #PedestrianSafety ... See MoreSee Less
May is Global Youth Traffic Safety Month, a time to focus on helping young people build safe habits around roads, crosswalks, sidewalks, and bike routes. Teaching children and teens how to stay alert, follow traffic signals, and make safe choices as pedestrians and cyclists can help prevent crashes before they happen. Together, families and communities can help create safer streets for the next generation.
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FREE E-BIKE COURSE!!!!
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During the month of May, to celebrate may Bicycle Month, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and PeopleForBikes made the eBike eCourse FREE to everyone (a $35.99 value).
“This course is designed to help riders better understand their eBikes and make informed decisions on the road,” said Christy LaCurelle, President and CEO of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. “When more people have access to quality safety education, entire communities benefit. We’re proud to work with PeopleForBikes to make this course free during May Bicycle Month and help more riders get the knowledge they need to ride safer.”
Visit eBikecourse.com/MBM to register for free access throughout May. Upon completion, riders get a certificate they can proudly share. Those who complete the eBike eCourse during May Bicycle Month will also receive a 30% discount on bicycle helmets from Troy Lee Designs.
eBike eCourse FAQ
• The course takes about 90 minutes to complete and can be done at the student’s preferred pace.
• The certificate can be used to demonstrate preparedness to schools or municipalities if required.
• The course is designed for teens and those without driver’s ed experience.
• The course is free for a limited time. Regular price is $35.99.
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MBM - eBike Training Course Online
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Ride Smart. Start Smart — Free! We’re excited to have you join us for this special May Bicycle Month celebration. You can access our premium online eBike safety course — a $35.99 value — free ...Today is Bike & Roll to School Day, a great reminder for drivers to stay extra cautious as students travel to school across Connecticut. Slow down in school zones, stay alert near crosswalks, and give young riders plenty of space on the road. Do your part to help keep every trip to and from school safe.
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You may have noticed parallel white lines painted across the road that get closer together as you drive. These are called Optical Speed Bars (OSBs).
They’re designed to create the illusion that the road is getting narrower—and when roads feel narrower, drivers tend to slow down.
✨ OSBs work by:
➡️ Placing white markings along both sides of the lane
➡️ Gradually spacing them closer together
➡️ Creating a visual cue that encourages drivers to ease off the gas
It’s a simple, low-cost way to help make roads safer.
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May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, an important reminder for all road users to stay alert and look twice before turning, changing lanes, or entering an intersection. Motorcyclists are more vulnerable on our roads, and a few extra seconds of attention from drivers can help prevent serious crashes. Safer streets start with awareness, patience, and shared responsibility.
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Great video created by Keller from Citizen for a Thriving Windsor explaining how road diets make crossing the road safer for pedestrians while keeping traffic moving. Great job!
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