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Showing posts with label Enforcement. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Enforcement. Show all posts
Thursday, April 12, 2018
Go Montgomery! April 12, 2018
Thursday, May 4, 2017
MCDOT Supports Street Smart Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Awareness on Georgia Avenue at Fenwick Lane
County Executive Ike Leggett joined other regional leaders and members of law enforcement to kick off the Council of Government's regional Street Smart pedestrian and bicyclist safety education and enforcement campaign. Due to strong Montgomery County commitment to improving pedestrian and bicyclist safety, fatalities and serious collisions have dropped significantly in the county over the past several years. The work continues to make our roadways as safe as possible. Pictured L to R: MDOT Deputy Chief Operating Officer, Erich Kolig, Director DMV's VA Highway Safety Office John Saunders, Prince George's County Executive Rushern Baker, Leggett, MDOT Chief MD Highway Safety Office Tom Gianni, Prince George's County Police Chief Hank Stawinski, friend of D.C. pedestrian crash victim David Narvaez(photo), DDOT Deputy Director Jeff Marootian and Advocate and friend of Narvaez, Michelle Adams. Press Release.
Monday, March 13, 2017
Five New 30-Second Videos Provide Snow-Related Information
This winter hasn’t seen much snow,
so residents may need a reminder about how to prepare and deal with snow before
tonight’s predicted storm. To help, view five, short, snow videos produced by
Montgomery County that provide key information to residents about what to
expect during snow storms:
Tuesday, October 18, 2016
MCDOT Pedestrian Safety Street Team Distribute Safety Information at Pike District Fall Fest
The Montgomery County Department of Transportation promoted pedestrian safety at
the Pike District Fall Fest on October 8 with its innovative street teams. Wearing back packs with attached StreetSmart
safety message banners, the team members engage residents by distributing safety tips and retroreflective
zipper pulls that help walkers and bikers
stay visible at night.
Wednesday, August 3, 2016
Council Asks Governor to Provide Critical Safety Improvements at the Veirs Mill Road/Turkey Branch Parkway Intersection Following Another Fatal Accident
Following a second fatal accident within a few months at the Rockville-area intersection of Veirs Mill Road and Turkey Branch Parkway, the Montgomery County Council has asked Maryland Governor Larry Hogan, State Secretary of the Department of Transportation Peter Rahn and Administrator of the Maryland Highway Administration Gregory Johnson to take “more aggressive action to resolve the serious safety deficiencies at this intersection.”
See the complete text of the letters written by the County Council on July 20 and by Councilmember Nancy Navarro on Jan. 6.
New Respect the Space Campaign Focusing on Disability Parking Signs
Montgomery County’s continuing
“Respect the Space” campaign has launched a new initiative to help ensure that
the signage for disability parking spaces complies with legal standards.
All parking lot managers are
encouraged to review the State of
Maryland’s Accessibility Code, and then take the necessary steps to make
their parking lot signs and striping compliant.
Montgomery County property
managers, condominiums and homeowner’s associations can learn more about ADA
parking compliance online. Read
more.
Monday, July 11, 2016
AAA Reveals Top Driving Distractions for Teens
(From AAA News Room) Over the past five years,
more than 5,000 people have been killed in crashes involving teen drivers
during the “100 Deadliest Days,” the period starting at Memorial Day when teen
crash deaths historically climb. As the summer driving season begins, the AAA Foundation
for Traffic Safety released a follow-up study confirming that nearly 60 percent
of teen crashes involve distractions behind the wheel. The research also finds
a disturbing trend showing that texting and social media use are on the rise
among teen drivers. Read more.
County Executive Leggett Announces Latest Phase of Campaign to Reduce Pedestrian Collisions in Parking Lots
County Executive Isiah Leggett
announced additional efforts in the County’s ongoing campaign to improve
pedestrian safety in parking lots.
See MyMCMedia video.
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| Safety reminders like this one in a parking lot in Wheaton will be popping up at lots across Montgomery County. After a surge in pedestrian collisions in parking lots last year, county officials are urging drivers and pedestrians a like to be more aware of their surroundings when navigating through parking lots. (WTOP) |
Wednesday, June 15, 2016
County Executive Summit on Aging Report Now Available
In December 2015, County Executive Ike Leggett held a second Summit on Aging to review the accomplishments and progress made on policies and programs since the first event was held in 2008. A goal of the summits is to focus on efforts that allow seniors of all socioeconomic, ethnic, and diverse backgrounds to live and thrive in the County.
Work sessions at the Summit focused
on topics of interest to seniors, including one on Transportation and Mobility
attended by MCDOT Director Al Roshdieh and senior staff. At that session, participants
identified key challenges, solutions, partnerships and priorities.
The transportation priorities identified
were:
The Summit brought together more than 400 stakeholders from government, business, nonprofit,
- Educate the public;
- Ensure a safe travel environment for seniors;
- Expand affordable options;
- Increase availability of accessible transportation;
- Consider safety of older drivers and those transitioning from driving; and
- Increase ride-sharing and other volunteer programs.
The Summit brought together more than 400 stakeholders from government, business, nonprofit,
advocacy, faith-based and healthcare
organizations as well as County seniors. During the morning
session, attendees heard from the
County Executive and co-chairs of the Subcabinet on Senior Vital Living.
See the full report online.
The Transportation and Mobility section begins on page 39.
Sunday, April 17, 2016
Al Roshdieh Joins Regional Leaders at Launch of Spring Street Smart Campaign
The event marks the launch of the spring Street Smart public awareness and enforcement campaign. To drive home the call for safety, police departments throughout the D.C. area will support the campaign with increased enforcement of traffic laws that protect people walking and biking.
From April 11 to May 8, regional law enforcement will step up their efforts to identify and ticket drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists who break traffic safety laws. Violations such as failing to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks, running red lights, or jaywalking can result in fines up to $500. In addition, drivers may receive points on their driver record.
“It only takes one moment of inattention to have devastating consequences,"said MCDOT Director Al Roshdieh, "and that is why everyone -- drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists -- all who use our roads need to look out for each other. The County is committed to improving multimodal connections, making walking and biking safer, improving access for bus riders and reexamining road design with a view towards developing better options for all users. Our efforts are succeeding. Over the last five years, the average number of pedestrian fatalities in Montgomery County declined by 38 percent."
The Street Smart campaign kickoff took place at the Paul S. Sarbanes Silver Spring Transit Center, a multi-modal transit hub, serving pedestrians, bicyclists, bus riders, and train passengers. The Silver Spring Metrorail Station serves about 13,000 rail customers each weekday, and 24 bus routes serve the Transit Center, providing transportation service to more than 70,000 riders per day in Maryland and the District.
The Street Smart campaign offers safety tips for all travelers (see below). In an effort to prevent pedestrian and bicyclist deaths and injuries, the campaign partners media with enforcement to encourage all drivers, bicyclists, and pedestrians to be alert, follow traffic safety laws, and stay safe.
To learn more about Street Smart, visit BeStreetSmart.net and follow us on twitter.com/COGStreetSmart.
Saturday, April 16, 2016
Spring Means More Walking and Biking: Follow These Tips to Stay Safe
The flowers are blooming and the
weather is getting warmer. Whether walking, biking, or driving — more people
want to be outside. Stay safe when
spending time outdoors. The Street Smart campaign offers the following safety tips.
If you’re
driving . . .
·
Look
twice for people in crosswalks and yield to pedestrians and bicyclists.
·
Be
careful when passing stopped vehicles.
·
Yield
to pedestrians and cyclists at intersections when you're turning.
·
Allow
three feet when passing bicyclists.
·
Look
for cyclists and cars before you open your door.
·
Slow
down and obey the speed limit.
·
Avoid
using your cell phone while driving.
If you’re
walking . . .
·
Cross the street at the corner and use
marked crosswalks when they’re available.
·
Wait for the “Walk” signal to cross the
street.
·
Before crossing look left, right, and
left again.
·
Be seen! If you’re walking after dark or
in bad weather, make it easier for drivers to see you by wearing light clothing
or something reflective.
·
Don’t text while you’re crossing the
street.
·
If you’re on an off-street trail, obey
all posted signage and approach intersections with caution.
If you’re biking
. . .
·
Obey all traffic signs and traffic
lights.
·
Ride in the direction of traffic, at
least a car-door-width away from parked cars.
·
Use hand signals so drivers, cyclists,
and pedestrians know what you’re going to do.
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Always wear a helmet.
·
Use lights if you’re riding in the dark.
·
If you’re on an off-street trail, obey
all posted signage and approach intersections with caution.
Thursday, March 17, 2016
New Report Shows Traffic Crashes Cost Employers $47.4 Billion in 2013 (From March 3, 2016 Network of Employers for Traffic Safety Newsletter)
A new report, funded by the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), highlights ways businesses can
help save lives and money through roadway safety education in the workplace.
Protecting employees from motor
vehicles crashes could be a profitable investment for U.S. businesses,
according to a new report released today by the Network of Employers for
Traffic Safety (NETS). In 2013, U.S. traffic crashes cost employers $47.4
billion in direct crash-related expenses, which includes medical care,
liability, lost productivity and property damage. The study showed that
employers could control costs by promoting safe driving habits, including seat
belt usage and the elimination of speeding, drunk driving and distracted
driving, whether or not employees are on the clock.
The study was funded by the U.S.
DOT’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and updates a 2002 study,
titled the Economic Burden of Traffic Crashes on Employers.
“The consequences of traffic
crashes are far reaching. It’s a domino effect that negatively impacts
individuals, families, communities and businesses,” said Dr. Mark Rosekind,
NHTSA Administrator. “It is critical that individuals make safe choices.
Driving behavior change in traffic safety is something NHTSA is exploring
through a series of regional summits. We hope employers will join us and look
at this report as a motivator to help save lives and prevent injuries on our
roads.”
The report shows that more than 1.6 million work days were lost due to traffic crashes, with nearly 90 percent of those days attributed to crashes that occurred off the job, involving employees and/or their dependents. The report details the costs to employers of traffic crashes occurring on and off the job associated with driver behavior.
The report shows that more than 1.6 million work days were lost due to traffic crashes, with nearly 90 percent of those days attributed to crashes that occurred off the job, involving employees and/or their dependents. The report details the costs to employers of traffic crashes occurring on and off the job associated with driver behavior.
Speeding resulted in $8.4 billion
in crash-related expenses, with distracted driving close behind, at $8.2
billion. Driving under the influence of alcohol resulted in $6.0 billion in
losses and not wearing a seat belt added $4.9 billion to the total. In
addition, the report finds that medical costs paid by employers per employee
injured in a crash were nearly double in on-the-job crashes where the employee
was not wearing a seat belt and increased by a third for off-the-job crashes.
Click here for an Infographic of the findings.
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| Dr. Mark Rosekind, NHTSA Administrator |
"The consequences of traffic
crashes are far reaching. It's a domino effect that negatively impacts
individuals, families, communities and businesses...We hope employers will join
us and look at this report as a motivator to help save lives and prevent
injuries on our roads." says Dr. Mark Rosekind, NHTSA
Administrator
"When people think of the
human and financial impact of traffic crashes on the workplace, they think
about company car drivers," said Jack Hanley, Executive Director of NETS.
"This new report is an eye-opener. It shows that employers bear the crash
costs of all their employees, not just their company drivers. Investing in road
safety is good business and today's report provides employers with a blueprint
for developing business cases in support of employee road safety."
In tandem with the new report, NETS
is introducing a free toolkit to help employers encourage employees to wear a
seat belt. The toolkit was piloted by Coca-Cola Refreshments at its Bismarck ND
site, where observed seat belt usage increased from a baseline 54 percent to 84
percent over a 6-week period. Coca-Cola Refreshments is a unit of The Coca-Cola
Company, a NETS board member. All the materials used are available in the
toolkit and require minimal time and cost to conduct an all-employee site-wide
seat belt usage improvement campaign. The free toolkit is available at
2seconds2click.org. NETS also offers at no charge The Comprehensive Guide to
Road Safety™ for employers with occupational drivers—available via its website
at trafficsafety.org.
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Contact 311 to Report Potholes
MCDOT
repairs potholes every day of the year except during rain and snow – and this
year has been no exception. However, “Snowzilla” and this past weekend’s storms
have accelerated the creation of potholes. Division of Highway Services’ crews
have been making repairs, but they also need the public’s help. With more than
5,200 lane miles of roads to cover, MCDOT relies on residents to report pothole
locations. As repair crews are dispatched to reported problems, they also stop
to fill any other potholes encountered as they make their rounds.
Residents
can report potholes online
or by calling the MC311 Call Center at 311 or 240-777-0311, Monday through
Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Drivers are asked to be cautious and patient
when encountering crews filling potholes.
Residents
can report potholes online
or by calling the MC311 Call Center at 311 or 240-777-0311, Monday through
Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Drivers are asked to be cautious and patient
when encountering crews filling potholes.
The
Maryland State Highway Administration (MSHA) fills potholes, plows snow and
maintains numbered routes in the County, such as Maryland routes 355 or 97.
MSHA can be reached at 301-513-7300 or online.
In addition, municipalities, such as the cities of Rockville or Gaithersburg,
handle their own repairs.
For most
potholes, MCDOT will be using what is called “cold patch” material.
However, where potholes require more than a simple fix, the area may need to be
excavated and repaved with asphalt, which may take more than one visit to
repair.
Become an Adopt a Road or Adopt a Spot Volunteer
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| Charles P. Johnson & Associations have been in the AAR program since 2012 adoping Powder Mill Road in Silver Spring |
Join hundreds of volunteers who
have adopted more than 300 road segments and spots by participating in the
Montgomery County Department of Transportation’s (MCDOT) Adopt A Road (AAR) and
Adopt A Spot (AAS) programs. Individuals, clubs, organizations and businesses
help keep our neighborhoods attractive, clean, safe and litter-free by
regularly removing accumulated trash alongside more than 1,100 lane miles of
adopted roadways and at locations, such as parks, open spaces and
right-of-ways. Not only do they enhance the appearance of our community, they
also are improving our environment.
Roadside litter is a pollutant that
can wash into storm drains that flow into watersheds. The trash that ends up in
nearby creeks and streams can eventually be swept all the way to the Chesapeake
Bay, degrading water quality and harming our fisheries and wildlife. AAR and
AAS volunteers help safeguard our waterways and protect the water supply.
There are several benefits to becoming an AAR or AAS Volunteer:
There are several benefits to becoming an AAR or AAS Volunteer:
- MCDOT recognizes you by posting a sign with your name on it at the beginning and end of your adopted roadway segment or at your adopted spot.
- We provide safety equipment and supplies, including reflective vests, heavy duty gloves, trash bags and trash pickup sticks.
- MCDOT recognizes those who collect the most trash every month through the Clean Sweeps Awards program.
- We publicize volunteer efforts through our monthly, AAR e-newsletter, on our website, through press releases and at special awards ceremonies.
Wednesday, January 20, 2016
WINTER GUIDE 2016 - January 20, 2016
 WINTER GUIDE 2016
Sign Up for Alert Montgomery
Automatically receive email, text and pager alerts about emergencies, weather conditions, program and school closures, traffic and more by signing up for Alert Montgomery. The service is free, but text charges may apply, so check with your cell phone carrier before selecting text alerts. The latest information is also available on the County’s website.
Snow Plow Map
Check the status of snow plows in your neighborhood, report amissed street or report a damaged mailbox online or for other snow related issues visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/311 or, call 311.
Ride On S (Storm) Service Plan
When severe weather or emergencies are expected to disrupt Ride On bus service, Ride On may announce it will be operating under its “S” or Storm Service Plan during weekdays only. Ride On will operate some buses on nearly every route and try to provide trips that are evenly spaced. However, customers should expect delays and detours. The S Plan schedule and more information are available online in English and Spanish.
Who Clears the Snow?
County snow fighters begin their job as soon as snow is predicted. They pre-treat major roads with salt brine, a solution of salt and water, before the snow even begins to fall. Salt brine prevents ice and frost from forming on pavement and makes snow removal easier. The use of salt brine also reduces the amount of salt needed to treat pavement following a snowfall.
During the snowfall, about 1,000 lane miles of main roads are kept in “bare pavement” condition. This ensures that, in case of an emergency, every County resident is within one-half mile of a cleared road. As snow accumulations reach three inches, plowing operations begin and all attention remains focused on main roads.
Once the snow stops falling and major roads are clear, crews turn their attention to removing snow from more than 4,300 miles of neighborhood streets. Their goal is to make these streets passable – not clear them to bare pavement.
All State-maintained, numbered roads in the County are cleared by the Maryland State Highway Administration. Other departments, outside agencies and governmental jurisdictions also have responsibility for plowing. They include Transit Services, which clears the busiest bus shelters and stops; Montgomery County Public Schools; The Maryland-National Capital Park & Planning Commission; the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro); municipalities and homeowner’s associations. Commercial parking lot owners plow their own properties and are prohibited from moving snow into the street.
Be Prepared
During winter storm season, be prepared and take the following safety precautions.
Before a Storm
 During a Storm
After a Storm
 Safety Tips for Pedestrians and Drivers
Pedestrians
Drivers
 Who Clears Sidewalks of Snow?
Property owners are required by law to clear sidewalks in front of, and alongside, their properties within 24 hours of the end of a snowstorm. Help keep our communities and neighbors safe by doing your part. If your neighbor is elderly or disabled, you can assist them by clearing their sidewalks and checking on them during storms.
Residents who wish to report an unshoveled sidewalk can call 311(240-777-0311 outside County). Reports must include an exact address.
Snow Shoveling Tips
  www.montgomerycountymd.gov/snow | January 20, 2016  Who to Call
Call 311 (or 240-777-0311 if outside the County) for information about the status of County programs and services, to report unshoveled sidewalks, snow plow questions or other assistance or get information online.
UTILITIES
First Energy/Potomac Edison: 1-888-544-4877
BG&E: 1-800-685-0123 PEPCO: 1-877-737-2662 Downed Wires and Trees “Hot” or sparking wires: 911
Downed trees: 311
POLICE
SCHOOLS
Call 311
Library Branch Opening and Closing Status: 240-777-6500
Recycling and Trash Collections - for updated information about the collection schedule during snow storms,sign up for email and/or text updates, follow DSWS on Facebook and Twitter.
State Roads(are numbered road in the County): Statewide Operations Center call toll free at 1-800-543-2515 or 410-582-5650
When It Snows Brochure
When It Snows A handy guide that explains the County’s snow removal action plan and lists useful snowstorm contacts.
Cold Weather is Here – Are You Fire Safe? The County's Fire and Rescue Service offers tips to keep you safe during winter storms.
Winter Storm Preparedness:What to do before, during and after a winter storm.
 Good Neighbors Clear Their Sidewalks of Ice and Snow
County residents are required by law to clear sidewalks in front of and alongside their properties within 24 hours of the end of a snowstorm. But, don't just do it because it's the law:
Be a good neighbor. Learn more.
 Montgomery County offers Cold Weather Information for People and Animals
When it's cold, protect yourself, your family and your pets byfollowing these cold weather tips.
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