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August 31, 2021
Future work includes installing new lane configurations, signal upgrades to better serve the war softball complex, and flexible posts separating the north and south lanes to reduce car accidents. When completed, these changes will improve safety for everyone on South Pleasant Valley Road, including the most vulnerable road users. Learn more at AustinTexas.gov/LonghornDam.
Speeding is one of the main contributing factors to the majority of fatal accidents in Austin, along with impaired driving, distraction, and lack of giving in. Find out more about the updated speed management program.
The Austin Police Department and Austin Transportation are working to reduce unsafe driving and vehicle accidents by running a no-resusal program initiative over Labor Day weekend.
The No Refusal Program enables jurisdictions to obtain search warrants for blood samples from suspected impaired drivers who refuse to take a breath or blood test. It will be in effect from September 2nd to 6th from 10:00 PM to 5:00 AM
The APD-ATD collaboration is part of Austin’s Vision Zero effort to make the roads safer. Last year there were more than 1,250 DWI-related arrests during the No Refusal program initiatives.
Local residents and visitors are encouraged to make responsible decisions not to drive if they are compromised in any way on this Labor Day weekend or at any other time. Learn more about how to make a plan to get home safely.
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