Pinellas Trail Safety Reminders From BCC Chair Scott and Sheriff Bob Gualtieri

Pinellas County Commissioner Brian Scott and Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri have some important safety reminders for Pinellas Trail users: - Stay single file - Stay to the right - Pass on the left - Warn others when passing - Look and listen for other trail users - When taking a break, move to the side and out of the way - Use safe speeds Generally, motorized vehicles aren't allowed on the trail with some exceptions like Segways, electric wheelchairs, and electric bicycles. So, yes, electric bicycles are allowed, but remember: all three classes of bikes must have working pedals. So if you have a two-wheeled unregistered vehicle without pedals, it is prohibited from being on the trail and illegal on public roadways and sidewalks. Pay attention to signals and traffic control devices. At crossings stop and cross cautiously. In an emergency call 911. If you don't know where you are, look for the numbered trail markers to give to dispatchers so they can find you quickly. To report a safety concern or maintenance issue call 727-582-2100. Learn more about safety on the Pinellas Trail at pinellas.gov/pinellas-county-trail-guide.