Evesham Township officials are proud to announce a DWI/DUI prevention program called "Evesham Saving Lives".
Evesham, NJ: On Monday, Police Chief Christopher Chew and several members of the Evesham Township Police Department announced a new initiative to save the lives. The program, "Evesham Saving Lives," offers residents free rides home from local restaurants and bars. This program is supported by MADD, Sober Sam, Marlton Business Association and Evesham Celebrations Foundation. "The goal of this bold initiative is promote the prevention of township residents and visitors who patronize Evesham Township bars and restaurants with alternative options to get home safely. By providing these alternatives to Evesham residents, we hope to make a positive impact in our community and strive to save the lives of every person who resides and visits our prestigious township. I believe this pilot program will ultimately save lives, save money and will continue to make Evesham Township the safest place to visit, shop and call home", stated Mayor Randy Brown. Related: Don't Text and Drive
From the CourierPost.com: The object of the 30-day pilot program, which kicks off Friday as Labor Day weekend begins, is to help township residents get home safely after a night out and crack down on drunken driving.
If you're an Evesham resident and you're in one of our restaurants or bars that sells alcohol, "we're going to bring you home for free, we're going to transport you home," Evesham Mayor Randy Brown said. "We're going to do it through a series of shuttle schedules, through Sober Sam, partnerships with the Marlton Business Association and Evesham Celebrations Foundation." Related: New Jersey Car Seat Law Change
If you don't live in Evesham, there will be discounts available through Sober Sam to get home. Sober Sam takes individuals and their cars home, while the shuttle program provides transportation for residents. The shuttle will serve approximately nine bars and restaurants.
"What we're going to do is groundbreaking," Brown said. "We're hopeful that one day, we don't ever arrest another Evesham resident for DUI. … We want you to come to our bars and restaurants, have a great time but have a safe ride home." Related: Renting a Car? Avoid this HUGE mistake!