An initiative has been undertaken by Flemington police that will see local children be “ticketed” for practicing safe biking or engaging in other activities in a manner that puts safety first.
The idea, which is has been developed as part of the #SafeSummer program, will see youngsters who are found wearing their helmets while biking, or taking appropriate safety precautions while rollerblading or skateboarding, be given a “ticket” by the police.
The tickets are actually cards that can be redeemed at a variety of local sponsors. A printing company can design and produce items for use in campaigns such as this that can be customized to include any graphics or logos that are desired.
According to Dr. Blood, who is one of the people behind the initiative, the goal is to encourage safe recreation and also to encourage positive interactions between children and the police. She explained that kids respond well to positive reinforcement, which the tickets provide.
Young people from families that cannot afford to purchase a helmet will be presented with a voucher for one, which has been contributed by program’s sponsors. The initiative will run until the end of the summer, and plans are already being made to run it again next year.
More information about the #SafeSummer can be obtained by contacting the Flemington Police Department.
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