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February 09, 2023 - Philadelphia, PA

PennDOT Teams Up with Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, AAA to Encourage Safe Driving Ahead of Super Bowl Sunday

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event today at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely.

"Safety is PennDOT's most important priority," said Acting PennDOT Executive Deputy Secretary Melissa Batula. "We want Eagles fans to enjoy their festivities this weekend, but we also want responsible drivers on our roads. If your celebration includes alcohol, plan ahead by designating a sober driver or arranging for alternate transportation."

As part of the event, police discussed the increased use of roving patrols on Super Bowl Sunday to target impaired drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Participants also provided Super Bowl party-hosting tips and non-alcoholic drink options to prevent partygoers from drinking and driving.


List of Speakers:
Krys Johnson, PennDOT Safety Press Officer
Melissa Batula, PennDOT Acting Executive Deputy Secretary
Lieutenant Adam Reed, Director, Communications Office, Pennsylvania State Police
Jim French, Pennsylvania DUI Association Regional DUI Program Administrator
Jana Tidwell, Manager, Public and Government Affairs Pennsylvania, AAA Mid-Atlantic
Roger Falloon, President/COO Chickie's & Pete's



Melissa Batula, PennDOT Acting Executive Deputy Secretary, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...Safety is PennDOTs most important priority, said Acting PennDOT Executive Deputy Secretary Melissa Batula. We want Eagles fans to enjoy their festivities this weekend, but we also want responsible drivers on our roads. If your celebration includes alcohol, plan ahead by designating a sober driver or arranging for alternate transportation. .<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_01.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Melissa Batula, PennDOT Acting Executive Deputy Secretary, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...Safety is PennDOTs most important priority, said Acting PennDOT Executive Deputy Secretary Melissa Batula. We want Eagles fans to enjoy their festivities this weekend, but we also want responsible drivers on our roads. If your celebration includes alcohol, plan ahead by designating a sober driver or arranging for alternate transportation. .<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_02.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Melissa Batula, PennDOT Acting Executive Deputy Secretary, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...Safety is PennDOTs most important priority, said Acting PennDOT Executive Deputy Secretary Melissa Batula. We want Eagles fans to enjoy their festivities this weekend, but we also want responsible drivers on our roads. If your celebration includes alcohol, plan ahead by designating a sober driver or arranging for alternate transportation. .<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_03.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Melissa Batula, PennDOT Acting Executive Deputy Secretary, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...Safety is PennDOTs most important priority, said Acting PennDOT Executive Deputy Secretary Melissa Batula. We want Eagles fans to enjoy their festivities this weekend, but we also want responsible drivers on our roads. If your celebration includes alcohol, plan ahead by designating a sober driver or arranging for alternate transportation. .<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_04.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Melissa Batula, PennDOT Acting Executive Deputy Secretary, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...Safety is PennDOTs most important priority, said Acting PennDOT Executive Deputy Secretary Melissa Batula. We want Eagles fans to enjoy their festivities this weekend, but we also want responsible drivers on our roads. If your celebration includes alcohol, plan ahead by designating a sober driver or arranging for alternate transportation. .<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_05.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Melissa Batula, PennDOT Acting Executive Deputy Secretary, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...Safety is PennDOTs most important priority, said Acting PennDOT Executive Deputy Secretary Melissa Batula. We want Eagles fans to enjoy their festivities this weekend, but we also want responsible drivers on our roads. If your celebration includes alcohol, plan ahead by designating a sober driver or arranging for alternate transportation. .<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_06.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Krys Johnson, PennDOT Safety Press Officer, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_07.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Krys Johnson, PennDOT Safety Press Officer, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_08.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Adam Reed, Director, Communications Office, Pennsylvania State Police, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...Our highway safety mission includes a zero-tolerance approach with drivers who operate vehicles under the influence of alcohol or drugs, said Pennsylvania State Police Communications Director Lieutenant Adam Reed. Troopers are trained to identify impaired drivers and remove them from our roadways. Please be responsible this Sunday, as its not only a Philly thing, its a PA thing.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_09.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Adam Reed, Director, Communications Office, Pennsylvania State Police, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...Our highway safety mission includes a zero-tolerance approach with drivers who operate vehicles under the influence of alcohol or drugs, said Pennsylvania State Police Communications Director Lieutenant Adam Reed. Troopers are trained to identify impaired drivers and remove them from our roadways. Please be responsible this Sunday, as its not only a Philly thing, its a PA thing.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_10.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Adam Reed, Director, Communications Office, Pennsylvania State Police, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...Our highway safety mission includes a zero-tolerance approach with drivers who operate vehicles under the influence of alcohol or drugs, said Pennsylvania State Police Communications Director Lieutenant Adam Reed. Troopers are trained to identify impaired drivers and remove them from our roadways. Please be responsible this Sunday, as its not only a Philly thing, its a PA thing.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_11.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Adam Reed, Director, Communications Office, Pennsylvania State Police, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...Our highway safety mission includes a zero-tolerance approach with drivers who operate vehicles under the influence of alcohol or drugs, said Pennsylvania State Police Communications Director Lieutenant Adam Reed. Troopers are trained to identify impaired drivers and remove them from our roadways. Please be responsible this Sunday, as its not only a Philly thing, its a PA thing..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_12.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jim French, Pennsylvania DUI Association Regional DUI Program Administrator, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...The Pennsylvania DUI Association would like to remind everyone to celebrate the Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl appearance in a safe, and responsible manner, said Pennsylvania DUI Association Regional Program Administrator Jim French. If you plan on drinking, please do not drive, arrange for a designated driver or an alternate form of transportation. If you are hosting a party, we ask you provide a fun, and safe environment for your attendees along with options to prevent them from driving away from your party while impaired. Remember, if you feel different, you drive different..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_13.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jim French, Pennsylvania DUI Association Regional DUI Program Administrator, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...The Pennsylvania DUI Association would like to remind everyone to celebrate the Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl appearance in a safe, and responsible manner, said Pennsylvania DUI Association Regional Program Administrator Jim French. If you plan on drinking, please do not drive, arrange for a designated driver or an alternate form of transportation. If you are hosting a party, we ask you provide a fun, and safe environment for your attendees along with options to prevent them from driving away from your party while impaired. Remember, if you feel different, you drive different..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_14.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jim French, Pennsylvania DUI Association Regional DUI Program Administrator, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...The Pennsylvania DUI Association would like to remind everyone to celebrate the Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl appearance in a safe, and responsible manner, said Pennsylvania DUI Association Regional Program Administrator Jim French. If you plan on drinking, please do not drive, arrange for a designated driver or an alternate form of transportation. If you are hosting a party, we ask you provide a fun, and safe environment for your attendees along with options to prevent them from driving away from your party while impaired. Remember, if you feel different, you drive different..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_15.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jim French, Pennsylvania DUI Association Regional DUI Program Administrator, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...The Pennsylvania DUI Association would like to remind everyone to celebrate the Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl appearance in a safe, and responsible manner, said Pennsylvania DUI Association Regional Program Administrator Jim French. If you plan on drinking, please do not drive, arrange for a designated driver or an alternate form of transportation. If you are hosting a party, we ask you provide a fun, and safe environment for your attendees along with options to prevent them from driving away from your party while impaired. Remember, if you feel different, you drive different..<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_16.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jana Tidwell, Manager, Public and Government Affairs Pennsylvania, AAA Mid-Atlantic, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, and Pennsylvania DUI Association, held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely..."Drinking and driving is not a game it's a deadly combination and a crime," said Jana Tidwell, Manager of Public and Government Affairs for AAA Mid-Atlantic. "Make your winning drive sober and designate a driver before indulging in alcohol. Don't fumble when it comes to safety. Drunk driving is 100% preventable.".<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_17.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jana Tidwell, Manager, Public and Government Affairs Pennsylvania, AAA Mid-Atlantic, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, and Pennsylvania DUI Association, held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely..."Drinking and driving is not a game it's a deadly combination and a crime," said Jana Tidwell, Manager of Public and Government Affairs for AAA Mid-Atlantic. "Make your winning drive sober and designate a driver before indulging in alcohol. Don't fumble when it comes to safety. Drunk driving is 100% preventable.".<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_18.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jana Tidwell, Manager, Public and Government Affairs Pennsylvania, AAA Mid-Atlantic, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, and Pennsylvania DUI Association, held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely..."Drinking and driving is not a game it's a deadly combination and a crime," said Jana Tidwell, Manager of Public and Government Affairs for AAA Mid-Atlantic. "Make your winning drive sober and designate a driver before indulging in alcohol. Don't fumble when it comes to safety. Drunk driving is 100% preventable.".<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_19.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jana Tidwell, Manager, Public and Government Affairs Pennsylvania, AAA Mid-Atlantic, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, and Pennsylvania DUI Association, held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely..."Drinking and driving is not a game it's a deadly combination and a crime," said Jana Tidwell, Manager of Public and Government Affairs for AAA Mid-Atlantic. "Make your winning drive sober and designate a driver before indulging in alcohol. Don't fumble when it comes to safety. Drunk driving is 100% preventable.".<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_20.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Roger Falloon, President/COO C&P, joined the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_21.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Roger Falloon, President/COO C&P, joined the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_22.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Roger Falloon, President/COO C&P, joined the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_23.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Roger Falloon, President/COO C&P, joined the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_24.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Roger Falloon, President/COO C&P, joined the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_25.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Melissa Batula, PennDOT Acting Executive Deputy Secretary, Pennsylvania State Police, Pennsylvania DUI Association, and AAA Mid-Atlantic held an event at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia to remind football fans everywhere that if you're heading out to a Super Bowl party, make sure you plan a designated driver to get you home safely...Safety is PennDOTs most important priority, said Acting PennDOT Executive Deputy Secretary Melissa Batula. We want Eagles fans to enjoy their festivities this weekend, but we also want responsible drivers on our roads. If your celebration includes alcohol, plan ahead by designating a sober driver or arranging for alternate transportation. .<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/22603_DOT_SafeDriving_ED_26.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a>