05/20/2026
TEAM RPD PSA: SHARING THE ROADWAY WITH HORSES
Here in Rochester, we are proud to be a Right to Farm community, and horses are a big part of the character and history of our town. So if you see a horse and rider on the roadway, remember…this isn’t Boston traffic with someone yelling out the window, horses can spook easily and weigh about 1,000 pounds with built-in turbo mode.
✅ DO:
• Slow down when approaching horses
• Give them plenty of space when passing
• Be patient and wait for a safe opportunity to pass
• Follow any directions from the rider
• Wave politely with ALL your fingers
❌ DON’T:
• Lay on your horn like you’re late for the Daytona 500
• Rev your engine or blast music
• Speed past the horse
• Tailgate behind them
• Assume the horse understands traffic laws better than some drivers we stop…because honestly, that’s a close call some days
Remember, riders are doing their best to safely enjoy our beautiful town just like everyone else. A little patience goes a long way in keeping both people and animals safe.
Community Policing at Its Finest…now with horsepower.
