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Highway staff urge caution, promote ‘Go Orange’ work-zone awareness next week

3806845 · April 18, 2025

Summary

Washington County highway staff outlined safety outreach for Work Zone Awareness Week, including a ‘Go Orange’ day, and encouraged public and staff participation; no policy action was required.

Washington County highway staff briefed the Public Works Committee on plans to promote national Work Zone Awareness Week, encouraging staff and residents to participate in outreach next week.

Scott and other highway staff said the county will use posters, social media and staff photos to promote the campaign. Scott told the committee next Wednesday is designated “Go Orange” day and urged employees and residents to post photos and slow down in and near work zones.

Staff stressed the broader “move over” message that applies not only to construction flagging operations but also to emergency responders, tow trucks and highway vehicles on shoulders. Committee members suggested practical steps such as using four-way flashers as a courtesy in temporary work situations. No committee action was required; the briefing was informational.

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