Summertime brings more people to our streets, sidewalks and trails. Follow these basic tips to help keep yourself and others safe!

Cyclist safety tips

• Ride with traffic.

• It’s OK to ride on sidewalks in Lenexa.

• At driveway and street crossings, watch for turning traffic.

• Obey all traffic signs, signals, lane markings, etc.

• When on trails, watch for pedestrians.

• Always wear a helmet.

Driver safety tips

• Before making a turn, look for pedestrians and bicyclists.

• Don’t drive distracted.

• Yield to pedestrians and cyclists in crosswalks whether marked or unmarked.

• Treat bicyclists as slow-moving cars. Slow down and pass when it’s safe to do so, leaving at least three feet of space when passing.

• Be patient, and drive the speed limit.

• Use caution when driving near children or pedestrians. They may not see you. Be prepared to stop.

Pedestrian safety tips

• Walk defensively.

• Always walk on the sidewalk. If there is no sidewalk, walk as close to the edge of the road as possible, facing traffic.

• Wear brightly colored clothing.

• Don’t assume vehicles will stop for you.

• Cross the road at marked crosswalks or intersections.

• Look before you cross the road.

• Obey traffic signals: Walk and Don’t Walk signs.

• Watch for turning vehicles. Make sure the driver sees you and will stop for you.

• Never jump out in front of cars, even if at a marked crosswalk. Wait for an acceptable gap before crossing the street.