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3D takes stage tomorrow
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Posted on Dec 08 2004
The Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention campaign kicks into high gear tomorrow with various activities scheduled to highlight its message against motorists driving while intoxicated.
December was recently declared by Gov. Juan N. Babauta as Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month.
According to the 3D Prevention Committee, tomorrow’s activities begins with a Road Side Plea, featuring students and supporters holding banners and voicing their message to motorists passing by. The plea, which has been ongoing for the past three weeks, would be held along the Garapan basketball court area, beginning at 5pm.
Shortly after the plea, participants will take part in a candle light march along the Beach Road pathway to the Garapan Fishing Base across the Kristo Rai Church, the site of the campaign’s mini fair. The march is known as Stride For Life.
A brief opening ceremony will open the fair, which would include a moment of silence for victims of alcohol related accidents. Family members of victims of drunk driving will also hang an ornament, representing the victim, on the Tree of Life.
Family members of victims are urged to contact the DPS Traffic Section at 664-9084/5.
The fair also features skits relating to the 3D campaign performed by students, as well as live entertainment, among others.
Other activities scheduled throughout the month include Santa Claus visits to schools as well as informative and educational presentations related to drunk driving prevention.
Individuals or businesses interested in assisting the Santa Claus program may donate candies, which would be distributed to students may contact the DPS Traffic Section.
Meanwhile, the committee earlier indicated that its Designated Drivers Program has already begun. Volunteers in the program will assist the community in transporting intoxicated individuals home.
Individuals seeking assistance from the program must contact DPS Central Office at 664-9001/2.
