09/01/2026
🚸Ready or not — school starts tomorrow!🚸
After three months of summer break, traffic around our city’s schools will increase significantly. Please take a moment to review these safety reminders as students return to the classroom.
For Motorists:
• Slow down in school zones – Speed limits are 15 mph, and children can be unpredictable.
• Stay alert near crosswalks – Yield to pedestrians within the crosswalk.
• Avoid distractions – Put the phone away and stay prepared for sudden stops.
• Watch for school buses – Flashing yellow lights mean the bus is preparing to stop. Flashing red lights mean you must stop—no passing in either direction unless you're on a divided roadway.
For Pedestrians:
• Use marked crosswalks – Drivers are more likely to see you.
• Make eye contact with drivers – Never assume a driver sees you.
• Yield to vehicles – Pedestrians must yield to vehicles before crossing.
• Cyclists & other wheeled devices – Follow the rules of the road, including stopping at stop signs. On sidewalks, maintain a 10 mph speed limit and be cautious around others.
Let’s work together to keep our students, families, and neighborhoods safe throughout the school year. Stay alert, slow down, and share the road responsibly.
