Pedestrian Safety Month and White Cane Safety Day

Mayor Diaz officially proclaimed October as Pedestrian Safety Month and October 15, 2025 as White Cane Safety Day.

WHEREAS, safe, accessible streets are essential for the well-being of all residents, including children, older adults, and people with disabilities; and

WHEREAS, thousands of Wisconsinites, including over 100,000 with vision loss, rely on sidewalks, curb ramps, accessible pedestrian signals, white canes, and service animals to navigate public spaces safely; and

WHEREAS, Wisconsin's White Cane Law requires drivers to stop at least 10 feet from pedestrians using a white cane or service animal, reinforcing the need for driver awareness and pedestrian respect; and

WHEREAS, communities can reduce injuries and save lives by investing in proven pedestrian safety infrastructure such as high-visibility crosswalks, traffic calming, and accessible design; and

WHEREAS, raising awareness of pedestrian rights and responsibilities promotes a culture of safety and inclusion for all road users; and

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that, I, Mayor Luke Diaz, on behalf of the residents of the City of Verona do hereby proclaim October as PEDESTRIAN SAFETY MONTH and October 15, 2025 as WHITE CANE SAFETY DAY in the City of Verona and call on all residents, leaders, and lawmakers to prioritize safe, accessible streets year-round

Mayor Luke Diaz