-OPERATION SAFE SCHOOLS -
As over 9,000 students head back to school on Thursday, Chief Raymond Hayducka announced that once again the department would launch its highly successful Operation Safe Schools program. South Brunswick Police Department will have an enhanced presence at all Township schools and increased traffic enforcement in school zones. Chief Raymond Hayducka said, “This year, we will once again use our Operation Safe Schools program to ensure a safe start to the school year. Our focus is to assist in a smooth transition for all students, parents, and teachers. We will have officers present at every school to increase our visibility. There will also be added traffic enforcement around the schools as motorists get adjusted to reduced speeds and added pedestrian traffic.”
The program will place officers at every school in the district at the start and end of the school day. In addition, enhanced traffic enforcement zones will be established around the schools for traffic enforcement. At any one time, more the a dozen officers will be dedicated to the operation. The Police Department would like to remind motorists to add additional time for morning commutes.
"We typically see added traffic around the schools during the first few weeks of the school year as parents and students get adjusted. Motorists need to add additional time for morning commutes. They should be alert for increased pedestrian crossings and school buses," said Chief Hayducka. He added, "Working together, we can make this a great start to the new school year."
Private schools in the Township start back on Wednesday, September 4th, and the public schools begin on Thursday, September 5th.
