Street Smarts — 511 Contra Costa (Kirsten Riker & Carl Clement)

On the second episode of On the Patio Podcast, host Tim Haile speaks with Kirsten Riker and Carl Clement from 511 Contra Costa about how they are creating safe streets throughout Contra Costa County with the goal of no more serious or fatal injuries. Kirsten and Carl educate and inspire children and families to bike and walk more in their daily lives and provide safety tips to drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists. The Street Smarts program teaches age appropriate and engaging safety tips to elementary, middle, and high school students. Tim, Kristen, and Carl also raise awareness about all the opportunities the 511 Contra Costa Program has to offer, such as the Summer Youth Discount Passes, the Summer Bike Challenge, the Back to School 2-month free bus pass, and the Carpool Program. Listen now to learn about important safety tips and all the incredible opportunities Contra Costa County has to offer for building safer and smarter streets!