Crown Point first responders are kicking off the summer cycling season with a First Responders Twilight Bike Ride this weekend.
Public safety officials will be at the Summit Street Trailhead of the Erie Lackawanna Trail, 299 W. Summit St., for a twilight bike ride this Saturday, June 17. Check-in begins at 7 p.m. Kickstands go up at 8 p.m. No registration is required.
This free event will feature the City of Crown Point’s leadership team and staff from the Crown Point Police Department, Crown Point Fire Rescue and the Crown Point Emergency Management Agency.
Crown Point police officers will give a brief bicycle safety demonstration before the ride begins.
“Our officers are excited to get back on the bike trail and connect with the community this summer,” said Crown Point Police Chief Ryan S. Patrick. “We hope this event encourages more community members to get outside and enjoy the bike trail.”
Patrick noted the Crown Point Police Department has eight members in its bicycle division, who will patrol the trail throughout the summer.
Franciscan Health of Crown Point is partnering with the City for the event and will give away 50 bicycle helmets. There also will be snacks provided to riders following the event.
“Having our public safety officials out on the bike trail is a great way for our first responders to connect with residents and provide a refresher on summer safety tips,” Crown Point Mayor Pete Land said. “The City of Crown Point is consistently voted the best and one of the safest places to live in our area thanks to the men and women who serve on our public safety departments.”
