June 4, 2024

By Lane Kimble

WISCONSIN DELLS, Wis. — When was the last time you realized doing your homework would literally save lives?

It’s the question WTBA Director of Communications Lane Kimble presented Monday to the Wisconsin County Highway Association Summer Conference.

During their afternoon session, Kimble and Work Zone Safe founder Tom Robins challenged the group to take the free online course – regardless of their age – and encourage family, friends, and colleagues to do the same.

“We all can and should do our part to make our roads, highways, and streets as safe as possible,” Kimble said.  “It’s never been easier – or more important – to take just 45 minutes out of your day and make a difference that lasts forever.”

Robins extended his gratitude to WCHA for its exclusive support of the program’s monthly scholarship, noting it’s a great way to provide a valuable added incentive.

Gov. Tony Evers signed a new law this spring requiring all teens learning to drive to take at least 30 minutes of work zone education.

WisDOT has shown support for the Work Zone Safe Wisconsin program, notifying driving schools it qualifies as approved curriculum.