Wellington's village manager, Jim Barnes, announced the continuation of Operation Broken Bottle this month, a traffic safety initiative aimed at reducing distracted driving and DUI offenses. Now in its second year, the operation is supported by a grant from the Florida Department of Transportation, enabling the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office District 8 to conduct saturation patrols on heavily traveled roads. These specially trained deputies are focused on enforcing traffic laws, issuing citations, and educating the public about safe driving practices.

In addition to traffic safety, project manager Gloria Kelly highlighted Wellington's unique equestrian community, where up to 13,000 horses travel on local roads during the season. To enhance safety for both horse riders and drivers, the village has implemented specific signage and crosswalk protocols. Riders are advised to use designated crosswalks responsibly, ensuring they wait for traffic to stop before crossing. Drivers are reminded to remain vigilant and yield to horses, maintaining a safe distance and adhering to speed limits.

Both officials emphasized the importance of community cooperation in maintaining safety on Wellington's roads, urging residents to stay alert and responsible while sharing the road with equestrian travelers.