4.0 Local/Regional Task Force

OVERVIEW

A Target Zero Task Force is the core collaborating group for traffic safety issues in each Target Zero region. The group focuses on identifying and implementing activities to reduce traffic crashes and traffic-related injuries in the region.

COMMON TASK FORCE PARTICIPANTS

Regional task forces consist of representatives from organizations that have a vested interest in traffic safety. Participants may include:

• Law enforcement
• Traffic engineers
• Public health
• Public transportation
• Schools
• Community groups
• Prosecutors
• Emergency Medical Services

TASK FORCE OBJECTIVES

A regional task force works together to identify traffic safety needs in the region and works to develop programs that address those needs. The task force members provide guidance on projects, grants, and funding decisions. Task force activities include:

• Coordinating statewide and local emphasis patrols
• Providing traffic safety education to the public
• Educating task force members on traffic safety trends and issues
• Tracking traffic crash data and adjusting program activities to address needs

GROWING A TASK FORCE

TZMs are encouraged to facilitate the growth of their task force by identifying gaps in the expertise of their members.

After identifying gaps in the task force, carefully choose local community members that can provide that expertise.

Solicit existing task force members for names of potential new members.

Approach knowledge experts with an invitation to attend a meeting.