In Recognition of
“Go Slow Watch the Road”
Campaign Kick off
December 2021
WHEREAS, Humboldt County ranked #1 out of 58 counties for traffic collisions involving a pedestrian according to data in 2018, has fatal collision rates double the national average and nearly triple those of California; and
WHEREAS, effective transportation safety policies include a multi-faceted approach including infrastructure development and improvements, enforcement of the laws and education, and the personal responsibility and behavior of those who use streets; and WHEREAS, drivers have an inherent responsibility to maintain a culture of respect and courtesy, avoid causing harm and protect the community’s most vulnerable residents; and WHEREAS, Humboldt County residents pride themselves on being values driven, innovative and proactive problem-solvers who are responsive and responsible protectors of the community’s residents and visitors; and
WHEREAS, national statistics and local experience indicate that low-income people, people of color, older people, and people with disabilities are more likely to be killed by traffic collisions while walking or biking, and the county-wide Traffic Safety Task Force is committed to addressing these tragic inequities.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED that the City Council of the City of Fortuna recognizes that safely navigating our streets and sidewalks is a cooperative activity and traffic collisions are not inevitable. The “Go Slow, Watch the Road” campaign, created by the countywide traffic safety task force, brings the City of Fortuna together with other local communities in adopting the goal to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries while increasing safe, health, and equitable mobility for all.
SIGNED this 2nd day of May 2022 at the City of Fortuna, in the State of California, and in witness thereof, the seal of Fortuna.
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Sue Long, Mayor