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Board members urge caution after crossing-guard accident, say district buses were not involved
Summary
In the board forum members expressed concern for Sergeant Kate after a Dec. 2 accident, clarified that no district buses were in the Frog Pond lot at the time, commended police for a reduced 25 mph speed limit on Frog Pond Road, and urged drivers to take extra care during arrival and dismissal.
During the board forum, members expressed condolences and concern for Sergeant Kate and the family after an accident on Dec. 2. Several members clarified that the district’s transportation plan was not a factor: they said no buses were in the Frog Pond parking lot at the time and described traffic as having largely cleared after drop-off.
Board members commended the Little Egg Harbor Police Department for securing a reduced 25 mph speed limit on Frog Pond Road and for increased traffic controls during school hours, saying those measures had made a noticeable difference. Members used the forum to remind parents and community drivers to avoid blocking private driveways during drop-off/pick-up and to drive safely in school zones.
The forum also included a reminder about the state’s public hearing on school funding and a call for community members to make their views known to state officials about budget impacts affecting the district.
