FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, April 30, 2026
CONTACTS: Janine De la Vega, Public Information Officer | Director of Communications, 408-422-6396 or jdelavega@santaclaraca.gov
SANTA CLARA, Calif. – The City of Santa Clara announced today that it has received a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support its Safe Routes to School Program. The program will promote safe practices for children walking and biking and integrates health, fitness, traffic relief, and environmental awareness.
"We are excited to receive this grant, which will allow us to significantly expand our bicycle and pedestrian safety program,” said City Manager Jovan Grogan. “By focusing on education, awareness, and promoting safe practices, we aim to reduce crashes and prevent injuries. Ultimately, we’re working toward building more walkable and bike-friendly neighborhoods where everyone can travel safely and confidently."
Grant funds will support various activities focused on bicycle and pedestrian safety:
- Bicycle training courses and student assemblies to educate youth on safe riding and walking behaviors.
- Helmet fitting inspections and distribution of helmets during youth safety trainings at schools participating within our Safe Routes to School Program.
"Through safety programs and strong partnerships, we are working toward a future where everyone walking and biking in California can travel safely,” OTS Director Stephanie Dougherty said. “By supporting projects that encourage people to prioritize safety in their daily choices, we are creating a strong road safety culture together.”
Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For more information on the program, please visit SantaClaraCA.gov/SafeRoutestoSchool.
