Phoenix has received $25,000 from the state for bicycle and pedestrian safety programs.

The money from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety was awarded to the Phoenix Street Transportation Department and will be used to purchase bicycle helmets for students who participate in the city's annual bike-to-school events and LED stop sign paddles for crossing guards stationed at high-traffic locations.

A portion also will be used for pedestrian and bicycle awareness through educational materials and a public safety campaign.

"The safety of the community is a top priority and is an integral part of the city's new Vision Zero Road Safety Action Plan," Mailen Pankiewicz, pedestrian safety coordinator, said.

"We're grateful and excited to receive this support from the Governor's Office of Highway Safety. It will help us continue providing safety awareness and education to all users of Phoenix streets."

The Vision Zero Road Safety Action Plan approved by the city council in September guides the city “to a goal of reducing the number of traffic fatalities and serious injuries in Phoenix to zero by 2050," according to a release.