Because I know my choices matter, I pledge to respect the safety of my community and eliminate all traffic-related injuries and deaths in Hoboken by 2030 by committing the following actions:

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I pledge to...​​

 

Yield to the most vulnerable road user, regardless of the rules of the road.

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Follow all laws and regulations governing the use of Hoboken’s streets.

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Always look out for pedestrians at crosswalks and turn slowly around corners. When I see a pedestrian crossing the street, I will yield the right of way.

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Never park where I obstruct visibility in a crosswalk. Parking too close to a crosswalk is not only illegal, but it also blocks sightlines for approaching pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers.

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Look out by looking up. While distracted driving is one of the leading causes of crashes, it is also one of the most preventable. Therefore, when I’m behind the wheel, I will keep my eyes on the street.

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Never drive if I am impaired, even slightly, by drugs and alcohol.

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Drive extra slowly and cautiously around schools and parks. If I am dropping a child off at school, I pledge to not park in a manner that prevents pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers from safely using the street.

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Remember that when I am behind the wheel, my vehicle can take someone’s life or cause serious harm, regardless of which user violated the rules.

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Never flee a crash scene and always call 911 if I hit a pedestrian or cyclist.

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Not to exceed 20 MPH in Hoboken, realizing that the likelihood of causing serious injury to a pedestrian increases significantly at speeds above 20 MPH.