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Mayor Ben Kessler urges drivers not to idle in school zones
Summary
Mayor Ben Kessler issued a brief public service announcement urging drivers to turn off idling vehicles in school zones, citing vehicle wear, fuel savings and air-quality concerns for children.
Mayor Ben Kessler issued a public service announcement urging drivers not to idle their cars in school zones, saying it harms children and wastes fuel.
"Do you know that turning your car off if you're running for more than 10 seconds, it's better for your engine, it's better for your pocketbook, and it's better for the environment," Mayor Ben Kessler said. "You know what I like my kids to breathe in when they are, walking back from school? Your exhaust fumes. I'm being sarcastic." The mayor began the comment by noting background noise from a loud car that made him hard to hear.
