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Maj. Gen. Paul D. Moga, Third Air Force and Kaiserslautern Military Community commander, and Michael Ebling, State Minister of the Interior of Rheinland-Pfalz, signed a cooperation agreement establishing a partnership between the KMC and the Police Presidium West Palatinate with the aim of preventing and reducing DUI offenses in the area July 15.
The agreement initiated a collaborative DUI prevention campaign meant to promote safety in the community.
“The safety and well-being of our Airmen, their families, and everyone in Kaiserslautern is of the utmost importance,” Moga said. “DUI incidents not only threaten public safety but also tear the fabric of our community. It is our collective responsibility to ensure the security and well-being of all residents, making this united effort essential. By pooling our resources, expertise, and outreach capabilities, we can develop effective strategies to prevent DUI offenses and encourage responsible behavior among U.S. military personnel and civilians alike. Together, we can create a safer, more supportive environment for everyone.”
According to the agreement, the objectives of the partnership include but are not limited to:
Awareness and Education. Increasing awareness among military personnel and the local community on German drinking and driving laws and on the dangers and legal consequences of drug-or-alcohol-impaired driving.
Promotion of Responsible Behavior. Promoting compliant alcohol consumption and use of alternative transportation options.
Resiliency and Support. Providing resiliency and support services to individuals at risk of driving under the influence, including access to counseling and substance abuse treatment programs.
“The danger caused by drunk and drug-impaired driving is ever-present and affects us all. Every accident that can be prevented brings us closer to Vision Zero. Our common goal is a world without traffic fatalities and serious injuries,” said State Minister of the Interior Michael Ebling. “By signing the agreement, we reaffirm our commitment to a safe and secure environment for all residents of the KMC and the entire region.” The success of the cooperation depended on mutual trust, communication, and commitment to our shared goals. “I am pleased that we are entering into this new partnership with our American friends in Kaiserslautern, and I am confident that our joint efforts will bear fruit.”
To achieve these objectives, the KMC and local German Polizei have agreed to the following actions:
Regular coordination meetings between representatives from local U.S. Air Force and Army installations and local police units to discuss strategies, share information, and evaluate the effectiveness of their efforts.
Collaboration on public awareness campaigns, including the development and distribution of bilingual educational materials in English and German.
Exchange of data and information related to DUI offenses to inform decision-making and task fulfillment.
This proactive collaboration and unified approach intends to help curb and avoid alcohol and drug-related traffic offenses.
For media inquiries, please contact USAFE-AFAFRICA Public Affairs at usafepao.pao@us.af.mil or usafepa.pastaffdutyofficer@us.af.mil.
