Solon police plan to run a sobriety checkpoint tonight along Aurora Road. Officers will operate the checkpoint between SOM Center Road and Liberty Road from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The department says the goal is to encourage safe and responsible driving and create a safer environment for everyone on the road. City officials frame the effort as part of a broader push for safety heading into the weekend. Solon Police Department leaders say they hope residents have a happy and safe week. Drivers who plan to have a drink should think ahead before getting behind the wheel. Ways to Stay Safe Officers are urging residents to plan ahead if they intend to drink alcohol. The department suggests several options for getting home safely. Use a designated driver Use a rideshare service Stay at a hotel or motel Stay at a friend's or relative's home Part of a Countywide Effort Solon police belong to the Cuyahoga County Law Enforcement Task Force. The coalition includes 45 law enforcement agencies working together across the county. Members focus on combating impaired and aggressive driving to make local roads safer for everyone. FAQs When is the Solon sobriety checkpoint? Tonight, Sept. 18, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Where will the checkpoint be located? On Aurora Road, between SOM Center Road and Liberty Road. Why is Solon police running the checkpoint? To encourage safe and responsible driving and reduce impaired driving on local roads. What should I do if I plan to drink alcohol? Use a designated driver, call a rideshare service, or stay somewhere overnight instead of driving. What is the Cuyahoga County Law Enforcement Task Force? A coalition of 45 law enforcement agencies across the county that work together to combat impaired and aggressive driving.