Roselle Park Police Step Up Pedestrian Safety Enforcement in October

Roselle Park police are stepping up efforts to keep pedestrians safe on borough streets during October, which is National Pedestrian Safety Month. Union County Life is sharing details from the department’s statement and TAPinto Roselle Park’s coverage of Police Chief Dominic Frino’s presentation to the Borough Council on Thursday, Oct. 1.

Police planned three steps for October: increased enforcement at crosswalks, radar monitoring, and educational outreach. Frino said more officers will be watching for pedestrian safety, using radar and crosswalk enforcement. He said the department must keep working to reduce pedestrian deaths from traffic crashes.

Frino said the department will reaffirm its commitment to making roads safer for pedestrians.

Roselle Park police will also hand out materials to drivers and pedestrians. The materials are meant to educate residents about safety and outline the fines and penalties for violations.

Frino gave pedestrians clear advice. Walkers should always use sidewalks, crosswalks and corners. Where there is no sidewalk, they should walk facing traffic.

For students walking to school, Frino advised residents to “stay aware of your surroundings and avoid distractions like phones and headphones while walking to school.” He added, “Travel in groups, walk or bike with friends and siblings whenever possible.” He suggested that parents map out and practice a safe walking route to school or the bus stop with their children.

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Q: What is Roselle Park doing for pedestrian safety this October?
A: Police are increasing crosswalk enforcement, using radar monitoring, and running educational outreach for drivers and pedestrians.

Q: Will drivers get tickets?
A: The department will hand out materials that outline fines and penalties for violations. The source does not list specific fine amounts.

Q: What should students and parents do?
A: Chief Frino advised students to stay aware of their surroundings, avoid phones and headphones, and travel in groups. He suggested parents map out and practice a safe walking route to school or the bus stop.