National Walk, Bike and Roll to School Day is Here

Glendale, CA - This October 7, the Glendale Police Department encourages schools, families and students to join in this year's National Walk, Bike and Roll to School Day to support and reinforce healthy and safe travel habits for children heading to and from school.

"This annual event is a reminder that students biking and walking to school safely is a shared commitment," Lieutenant Pete Robinson said. "It also reinforces the need for drivers to slow down, stay alert and look out for children using crosswalks, sidewalks and bike lanes to get to school. Every safe choice helps protect students who rely on these routes every day."

With increased foot and bike traffic, it's important to stay alert not just this National Walk, Bike and Roll Day, but every day. Drivers should be prepared to stop for school buses and children crossing the street, and slow down in school zones.

The Glendale Police Department offers tips for students who walk, bike or roll to school:

• Plan your route on roads with sidewalks or paths away from heavy vehicle traffic. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible.
• If you are riding a bike, always ride on the right side of the road in the same direction as vehicles.
• Always wear a properly fitted helmet when riding or rolling.
• Use crosswalks at stop signs or signals. If there are unmarked crosswalks, cross at corners on streets.
• Always look left-right-left before crossing the street.
• Make eye contact with drivers before crossing in front of them. Never assume a driver sees you.
• Be visible. Wear bright clothing during the day and wear reflective materials or use a flashlight when it's dark.
• Stay alert. Avoid electronic devices that take your eyes (and ears) off the road.

Schools are encouraged to register at walkbiketoschool.org as a way of tracking participation and showing support for active, healthy, and safe transportation.

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

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About the Glendale Police Department

Established in 1906, the Glendale Police Department is a full-service police department with approximately 450 total staff members, including nearly 300 sworn police officers. The Glendale Police Department is committed to providing the highest level of public safety services through proactive policing, professionalism, and community partnerships.

Assignments include Patrol, Traffic, Investigations Bureau, Narcotics, SWAT, Motorcycles, K-9, School Resource Officer, Custody, Dispatch, and Air Support. Police Department responsibilities include 9-1-1 emergency response, proactive law enforcement, traffic enforcement and collision investigation, crime investigation and case preparation, community and school policing, and administration of the city jail facility.

For more information, visit GlendaleCA.gov/Police or follow @GlendalePoliceDept on Instagram and @GlendalePD on Facebook and X.

Media Contact: Sgt. Pobokhian | Office: 818-937-8888 | Email: [email protected]

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About Glendale

Known as the "Jewel City," Glendale is the fourth largest city of Los Angeles County. With a population of almost 200,000, Glendale is a thriving cosmopolitan city that is rich in history, culturally diverse, and offers nearly 50 public parks & facilities, with easy access to a municipal airport. It is the home to a vibrant business community, with major companies in healthcare, entertainment, manufacturing, retail, and banking. Visit GlendaleCA.gov for more information and follow us on social media @MyGlendale.