Gainesville Police gives out free light kits to cyclists to increase safety
In an effort to increase cyclist safety, the Gainesville Police Department is providing safety equipment for free.
Published: Mar. 16, 2023 at 11:48 AM EDT
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - In an effort to increase cyclist safety in a city where numerous people have been struck while riding a bicycle, the Gainesville Police Department is providing safety equipment for free.
Officers are holding a bike light giveaway on Thursday at the Citizens Field on Northeast Waldo Road from 5 to 8 p.m. Attendees will get a free light kit and reflective armband in exchange for signing a pledge promising to use them.
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A second giveaway will be held next Thursday near the Wawa at 1600 West University Ave.
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