The Lincoln Police Department will be making sure children stay safe as they begin heading back to the classroom. LPD’s Back to School Traffic Safety
Enforcement Project will run from August 14 through September 8.
Additional officers will be on patrol near schools throughout the city to enhance traffic and pedestrian safety. “Officers will watch for traffic violations such as speeding in school zones, driving past school bus stop arms and noncompliance with seat belt laws,” says Sergeant Chris Vollmer.
Police remind drivers to watch for flashing yellow lights in school zones from 7 to 8 a.m. and from 3 to 4 p.m. Fines for school zone violations can be as high as $600. LPD also reminds drivers to watch for and always stop for school buses.
The enforcement project is funded by a grant from the Nebraska Department of Transportation-Highway Safety Office.