Radar Sign and Radar Speed Sign Traffic Safety Information and Resources
Here are just a few of the resources available for gaining a better understanding
of traffic safety, speeding statistics, nationwide traffic data, and much more.
Governors Highway Safety Association
Transportation Research Board
U.S. Department of Transportation
Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
American Traffic Safety Services Association
Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE)
State DOT website listing
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Traffic Calming.org
Pedestrian Injury Simulator
peds.org
Slow Down Flyer
Safe Routes to School Program Links
www.saferoutesinfo.org
www.saferoutespartnership.org
www.usa.safekids.org
Traffic Safety Grant Information and Research Links
There are three types of traffic safety grants generally available to provide funding
for traffic safety programs in your neighborhood, community or school zone: federal
grants, state grants, and local government grants. Where can you find the information
on grants available in your area?
- Local city officials - For cites of more than 40,000 residents,
there is usually a grant manager employed full time
- County officials - For unincorporated areas, most counties
also employ a grant manager
- Visit your state, city, or county website - often there
is a statewide special local option sales tax that can be earmarked for transportation
improvements
- Grant/funding websites
Listed below are links to assist you in obtaining funding for your traffic calming
program.
Government grants listing and application
Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance
Comprehensive Guide to getting
a grant
Grant writing tools for non-profit organizations
www.policegrantshelp.com
www.policeone.com/grants
Police and Law Enforcement Grants Guide
State Farm Sponsored Community Grants
