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San Mateo County supervisor urges simple street-safety steps as students return to school
Summary
A District 4 Supervisor on the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors offered pedestrian and bicycle-safety tips in brief public remarks, urging residents to watch for children, use crosswalks, obey signals and wear helmets. No formal action or vote was recorded.
District 4 Supervisor on the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors offered a short list of pedestrian and bicycle-safety tips in brief public remarks aimed at parents and children returning to school. The supervisor framed the comments as a personal appeal and made no policy proposal or formal motion.
"First, look both ways before crossing the street, and only use corners or crosswalks," the District 4 Supervisor said. The supervisor added: "please don't walk with your head down on your phone. Grandma's rule." The remarks continued with a set of practical cautions: listen to police officers, crossing guards and traffic lights; be alert for turning cars even when the walking signal is on; take extra care when it rains; and wear a helmet when riding a bike. The supervisor said, "From one grandma to your family, thank you, and stay safe."
The comments were advisory rather than regulatory. The transcript does not specify whether the remarks were offered during a formal agenda item or the public-comment portion of a meeting. No motions, votes, ordinances or staff directions were recorded in connection with these remarks.
