Renville County Toward Zero Deaths
Who are we? We are residents in your community, from different walks of life, who come together to promote traffic safety on Renville County roadways. We do this through community events and projects to support traffic safety. Our goal? To make sure your loved ones make it home safely each night.
100% of traffic deaths each year are preventable.
The four leading causes of fatalities in Minnesota are impaired driving, distracted driving, lack of seat belt use, and speed.
70% of fatal traffic deaths occur in rural areas.
In 2022 Pedestrians were 10% off the total fatalities.
In the first 3 months of 2023 alone there have been over 17,000 crashes in Minnesota.
Driving Resources
Speed
Educate yourself on how increased speeds increase your risk of crash and fatality. Did you know it takes more than the length of an entire football field to stop when traveling at 60mph?
ATV/Motorcycle/Snowmobile
Discover what the state laws and local rules are for driving golf carts, ATVs, motorcycles, and snowmobiles.
Seat Belts
Seat belts give you Room to Live, reduce the severity of injury and chance of death. Take time to learn Minnesota’s current seat belt laws, child restraint pratices and other important information.
Impaired/Distracted Driving
Discover the impact and upcoming challenges to our communities regarding impaired and distracted driving. How can you help in the efforts to bring our families home safely?
Help Us Move Closer To Zero Deaths
Currently, you can find our newsletters at various locations in our community. Soon, we hope to have online access to these newsletters. By submitting your newsletter request, we can gauge community interest in this offering. Thanks in advance!
Our Programs
We focus on offering a handful of quality programs in all of our Renville County Communities. Check out our event page for upcoming events in your area!
CarFit
CarFit helps older drivers fit their vehicles. We go over all the ins and outs of newer vehicles that older drivers are often unfamiliar with. Occupational therapists are also there to advise those with mobility issues.
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TZD Seatbelt Challenge!
We team up with Renville County High Schools in this annual event. Cedar Mountain received the trophy last year and are ready to defend their title this year!
Buckle Up
Car Seat Clinics
These clinics offer hands on instruction on how to buckle your littles ones up for the best probabilty of safe outcomes in the event and accident were to occur.
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Traffic Safety Events
These events cover a range of traffic safety topics. Find out what events will be happening in Renville County.
See Upcoming Dates
Harvest Safety
We all play a part in helping each other get to their destination safely during harvest season. Farmers and motorist alike need to exercise extra caution and patience.
Winter Driving
Find information on packing your winter survival kit, and ways to reduce the risk of crashes throughout the winter season.
Young Drivers
You can’t control your child’s actions, but you can provide the resources to help them make wise choices on the road.
Pedestrian Safety
In 2018, there were 6,283 pedestrians killed in traffic crashes througout America. On average, a pedestrian died every 84 minutes in 2018 – accounting for 17% of all traffic deaths. This number has continued to rise.
Work Zone Driving
Learn the rules of the road for work zone areas to keep everyone safe during the construction season!
Frequently Asked Questions
Lights, Sirens and the Failure to Yield
Every day emergency responders are on our roads headed to a crash, fire, medical emergency and every second counts. Failure to yield to emergency vehicles puts your life, the emergency responders life and the life of the person in need of care in danger. It’s very likely that someday that may be your child, mother, husband in need of care or working to help the person in need.
Do I really need to wear my seatbelt?
Who should take the CarFit class?
The number of older drivers is increasing. The U.S. Census Bureau has determined that by 2030, there will be an estimated 58.9 million people age 65 and older—that’s 1 in 5 people and, in some communities translates to 1 in 4 drivers. Driving today is more difficult than ever, because of increased traffic congestion, longer commute distances, new technology and faster speeds.
Today’s vehicles have many safety features
that offer enhanced restraint and protection, yet many drivers are unaware of those features or how to best use them. CarFit helps you explore vehicle adjustment and develop strategies to achieve your safest fit.
How can I be sure my son or daughter is driving safely?
It’s important to communicate with you teenager in open conversation so that they are aware of your expectations and the consequence for failing to meet them. You must follow through. Visit our Young Drivers page for more information.