$200K grant for Alameda County roadway safety education

A $200,000 grant will pay for a variety of bicycle and pedestrian safety educational programs in the coming year, Alameda County Transportation Commission officials said Oct. 29.

The grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety will fund educational programs in classrooms and community events. The goal is to teach youth and adults about traffic rules, rights and responsibilities as pedestrians and bicyclists, and raise awareness about trespassing on railroad property.