Safe Routes to School announces Traffic Garden Pilot participants
Along with other Safe Routes to School news
Example of a Traffic Garden.
April 11, 2025
For more information, contact Mindy McCartt, ODOT Communications, 503-507-6045
SALEM - The Oregon Department of Transportation Safe Routes to School Program is proud to announce the selection of three innovative traffic garden projects to receive technical assistance through its Traffic Gardens Pilot Program. These projects aim to improve road safety skills for children and promote sustainable transportation. Selected projects will receive guidance and support to bring their concepts to life. Project names may change as the designs are finalized.
Selected Participants:
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Odell Traffic Garden – Located at Mid Valley Elementary School in Hood River County, this project will design a traffic garden layout where there is an existing asphalt track and blacktop space.
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Eugene Traffic Garden – Situated in Eugene, this project aims to design a traffic garden within an existing local park, envisioning a fun and educational space for students and families from all over the Eugene area.
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Corvallis Traffic Garden – Based in Corvallis, this project will design and install a traffic garden at Lincoln Elementary School, aiming to be the first of many throughout the Corvallis area.
About Traffic Gardens:
A traffic garden is a motor vehicle-free space designed to help beginners learn and practice road safety and biking skills. The ODOT Traffic Gardens Pilot Program is the first of its kind in Oregon. For more information about the Traffic Garden Pilot, contact Trevor Luu trevorluu@altago.com.
Other ODOT Safe Routes to School news
Celebrating 2024!
The ODOT Safe Routes to School 2024 Annual Report is now available, highlighting statewide accomplishments, success stories from local programs, metrics demonstrating program reach, and photos of children safely walking and biking. To view the report, click this link.
High School Technical Assistance
ODOT Safe Routes to School is now offering free technical support to high school students, parents, and teachers leading transportation safety programs! services include event planning, bike bus support, volunteer assistance, and walk audit guidance. Apply for assistance here: form linked here.
NEW Jump Start Videos
The Jump Start Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Education program continues to grow, with nine bike fleets circulating around the state, new curriculum, and ongoing training for PE teachers. ODOT Safe Routes to School recently released two videos: About Oregon SRTS Jump Start and Trailer Tour. To request bikes or training, please contact Becky Newman becky@cycleoregon.com.
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