In a timely collaboration, the Summit County Sheriff's Office has announced its partnership with the Prosecutor’s Office to launch the 'Arrive Alive' initiative. Addressing holiday revelers, the program offers free or discounted rides using Lyft for those who may have indulged excessively in holiday spirits. The campaign runs from 6 p.m. today to noon on December 26th, and resumes from 4 p.m. on December 31st until noon on January 2, 2026. This effort is squarely aimed at curbing incidents of impaired driving during the festive season.
With an eye towards reducing potential traffic mishaps, Sheriff Kandy Fatheree emphasizes the importance of road safety during these celebrations. "We want everyone to enjoy themselves this holiday season, but getting behind the wheel impaired could cost you everything," warned Sheriff Fatheree, after having worked the whole shift on the holiday's eve. Impaired drivers are cautioned against taking risks with their own and others' lives. Law enforcement will be vigilant, Sheriff Fatheree stated in the Summit County Sheriff's Office's Post, encouraging the use of the provided Lyft codes to ensure a safe end to the night's festivities.
The seasonal initiative 'Arrive Alive' offers practical measures to counter a grim reality. During the holiday periods, the rate of DUI arrests and accidents historically spikes, a statistic that this collaborative effort hopes to diminish. Free or reduced-fare ride codes can significantly dissuade holidaymakers from making impaired decisions when it comes to transportation. The Sheriff's Office and the Prosecutor’s Office together aim to maintain the merry and bright mood, without the tarnish of preventable DUI incidents.
Community response to these types of initiatives has historically been positive, and the authorities encourage widespread sharing of the Lyft codes. "Use the Arrive Alive program to get to where you’re going safely if you’re impaired. It'll help you ensure that the only flashing red and blue lights you see this year are on your Christmas tree instead of in your rearview mirror," Sheriff Fatheree said, according to the Sheriff's Office's post, while hoping to see an increase in the number of safe riders this year. This simple yet potentially lifesaving message stands at the core of the safety program, aiming to make the holidays safer for everyone on the road.
