The rising presence of authorities in Immokalee has left many feeling uneasy, especially among those who rely on biking for transportation. In response, one local organization has stepped in to address both the anxiety and the safety concerns.

“We’ve been concerned about the rising level of fear in the Immokalee community regarding immigration,” said Ellen Burnette, executive director of Cultivate Abundance. “In just the last couple of months, [there’s been] a greatly increased presence of immigration authorities in the area.”

Burnette’s organization started "light on bikes" to improve nighttime visibility for farm workers, following the Collier County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) rollout of a “pedestrian and bicycle safety” initiative. While the program mainly focuses on education and high v

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