Item 7A Item 7A Consider Approval of Ordinance 952 Prohibiting the Use of Wireless Communication Devices in Active School Zones
Purpose of Ordinance
Increase Safety in School Zones
Reduce Driver Distraction
Improve Driver Ability to Steer and Maneuver Vehicle
Handheld Mobile Telephone
Handheld Personal Digital Assistant
What are Handheld Wireless Devices
On Official School Days
When School Zone is in Effect
School Zone Signs and Signs Prohibiting the Use of Cell Phones Must be in Place
Operator of Vehicle that Holds Phone to Ear or to Create, Send, or Receive Messages While Vehicle is in Motion
Applicability
Communication to Report an Emergency Situation
Public Safety Official in the Course of Their Duties
Use of a Hands-Free Mobile Telephone Device
Exclusions
Fine
Violation is Strictly a Liability Offense
Fine Not to Exceed $200.00 for Each Offense
Questions?
Robert Finn
817.748.8347