Mount Pulaski Police Chief Anthony West
As the new school year begins, please be safe

 

[August 17, 2021]   The first day back to school is right around the corner. Whether children will be walking, riding their bicycles, or taking the bus to school, the Mt. Pulaski Police Department wants to make sure the children and motorists around the community are taking the appropriate safety precautions.

Make sure you SLOW DOWN and are sharing the roadway. Things can get a little crazy during the school year. From school buses being everywhere, kids on bikes rushing to get to school or parents hurrying to drop their kids off before heading to work. With school approaching and kids becoming more present around town, it' s never more important for drivers to make sure they SLOW DOWN and PAY ATTENTION to their surroundings.

REMEMBER, if the school bus flashers are on, or the stop arm extended, or both, children are present and you may not drive by the school bus. Our district school buses are equipped with cameras and record excellent video of vehicles, license plates, and occupants.

Violations of passing a school bus while loading or unloading is usually met with zero tolerance and a citation issued, which can result in a fine of $1000 and suspension of driving privileges for 3 months. Approximately 25,000 children are injured and 100 are killed in school zone accidents each year.

Let's have a Safe and Great 2021-2022 School Year!

[Mount Pulaski Police Chief Anthony West]