Decatur Receives Grant for Bicycle Safety Education
Decatur has received a $16,400 grant from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to conduct educational classes on bicycle safety and run a “Caught in the Act” program for bicycle riders 18 and under.
The goal of the program is to reduce crashes by encouraging children to follow traffic laws and wear helmets. The grant covers three safety classes through the Decatur Recreation Department, a bicycle rodeo in May, and the distribution of prizes when police officers “catch” bicyclists following the proper traffic laws and wearing their helmets.
For more information email Amanda Thompson.
Bicycle Safety Training Events
Decatur will host two bicycle safety training events in August as part of the grant received from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety.
Tuesday, Aug. 7 • 6:30-8 p.m.
This class will teach 7th and 8th graders how to ride their bicycles safely and improve their handling and coordination. It will be held at Ebster Gym and will be limited to 10 participants. Please call the Recreation Department, 404-377-0494, to register.
Saturday, Aug. 18 • 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
The Bicycle Rodeo will include bicycle equipment checks, interactive riding courses, and safety training for children ages 6 to 13. The event will be held in the Calloway building parking lot. Please call the City Manager’s Office, 404-370-4102, to register and for more information.