SEE.SAFE.SMART. Message of the Month: We Cross Here. Watch for Us!

Whether walking or driving, we all need to be good role models to ensure safety for everyone — and especially our children who are walking to school. In surveys conducted by the Safe Routes to School Action Team, New Ulm parents have repeatedly said that they don’t let their children walk or bike to school because of the amount of traffic, the speed of traffic and safety at intersections. That’s why, as we gear up for school to begin in just a few weeks, this month’s message in our SEE.SAFE.SMART. safety campaign is so important: “We cross here; watch for us.”

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New Ulm Safety Action Plan: Share Your Experiences!

The City of New Ulm is developing a Safety Action Plan to help make all roads in New Ulm safer.

You can help by checking out this online comment map to share your experiences walking, biking, rolling, taking transit and driving in New Ulm.

Everyday Wellness

Pre-Diabetes Program Starts Sept. 23

Do you have pre-diabetes? Based on the success of the Summer classes, the Heart of New Ulm is again partnering with University of MN Extension to offer Everyday Wellness this fall. This engaging 12-week group diabetes prevention class will be held via Zoom and will empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to succeed. Register at tinyurl.com/12WeekWellness

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Back to School Means Sharing the Road

School days bring excited kids and congestion: It’s never more important for drivers to slow down and pay attention than when kids are present — especially before and after school.

Share our flyer with tips for driving around kids walking or riding their bicycles, as well as school buses.