Safety and Route Directives

Safety & Route Directives

• We will walk in small groups; stay with your group.

• Distance: about 1¼ miles.

• Police will assist at intersections to stop traffic.

Route

• Start: NE corner of Miller Park (24th & Redick Ave).

• Walk south on Florence Blvd (west side) with 5 Stations along the way.

• At Read St, cross to the east side of Florence Blvd, over the railroad tracks, and across John J. Pershing Drive.

• Continue on Pershing Drive to the walk bridge (final Station).

• Walk past OPPD’s Power Park (watch for cars turning).

• Cross Pershing Drive at Florence Blvd corner to the green space for speakers and final prayer.

Safety & Courtesy

• Stay on the sidewalk and designated route.

• Do not walk on homeowners’ lawns.

• Sidewalks and grassy areas may be uneven or have holes—watch your step.

• Cross railroad tracks carefully: stop, look, and listen.

• Walk with a partner to watch out for each other.

• Take water breaks as needed.

• Ask for medical help right away if needed.