August 8, 2024, Press Release from the Lima/Allen County Regional Planning Commission: LIMA—In an effort to bring awareness and advocacy for driving sober, the Allen County Safe Community Coalition is hosting a time for area residents, first-responders and local officials to join in partnership as they kick off the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign in Allen County, which correlates with the national campaign. On Friday, Aug. 9 at 8:00 a.m. at the A.C.C.E.S.S. Center – 528 W. Market St., Allen County Probate and Juvenile Court Judge Todd E. Kohlrieser will address the public by discussing the importance of being sober behind the wheel; how alcohol, street drugs, and even prescription drugs can cause impaired driving; the amount it takes for someone to be considered over the limit to operate a vehicle; and the lasting consequences that can come from making poor choices when operating a vehicle under the influence.

May 8, 2024, Press Release from the Lima/Allen County Regional Planning Commission: LIMA—In an effort to bring awareness and advocacy for seatbelt safety, the Allen County Safe Communities Coalition is hosting a time for area residents, first-responders and local officials to join in partnership as they kick off the Click It or Ticket campaign in Allen County.

The Lima Allen County Regional Planning Commission, along with the City of Lima, invited the public out to their Community Engagement Night. The goal of this event was to see what the people that live and work in Lima want for their future in the city. A short presentation was given before the community members were asked to fill out mini questionnaires that involved things like our park systems, visiting downtown Lima, and economic development.

The Lima/Allen County Regional Planning Commission has put together a draft of their 2020 traffic crash report. The report found that there were just over 2,800 crashes in Allen County last year, which is significantly down from the 3,200 crashes in 2019.

There were 10 fatal crashes resulting in 10 deaths in Allen County during 2020. This is up from 6 crashes with 9 deaths in 2019. 70% of crashes occurred during dark hours, which is not consistent with data from years past. 60% of the fatal crashes last year are believed to have involved drug or alcohol impairment, and 4 of the 10 deaths occurred over a holiday period. There were no motorcyclists involved in any fatalities.