Hamilton Mayor Jeff Martin announced the launch of the Street Smart campaign, a collaborative initiative to improve road safety for local travelers.

Various agencies will partner to raise awareness of the importance of safe driving habits, particularly near schools, parks and community spaces.

Martin promised to be committed to ensuring the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and motorists.

The “Street Smart” campaign will include educational programs, community outreach activities and increased enforcement efforts to encourage safer behavior on the road. A key objective will be to ensure that residents understand the vital need to be attentive and careful when sharing the road with others, particularly during school hours and in areas with high pedestrian and pedestrian traffic. cycleable.

Martin emphasized the importance of the campaign as Hamilton Township. is experiencing unprecedented growth.

“It is more important than ever that we pay attention to pedestrians, cyclists and other vehicles on our roads. The Street Smart campaign reminds us that we are all responsible for keeping Hamilton safe. By working together, we can create a safer environment for everyone, whether walking to school, biking through our neighborhoods, or driving around town,” read a statement from Hamilton.

The initiative will focus on safety tips for students who walk or bike to school. Hamilton Township Police will increase their visibility and implement enforcement actions in key areas to ensure compliance with traffic laws.

“The federal government has adopted a safe system approach to reducing fatalities that recognizes that responsibility for improving safety is shared,” said Cheryl Kastrenakes, executive director of the Greater Mercer Transportation Management Association.

“The more we can educate everyone about safe practices, the more lives we can save.” We congratulate Hamilton for leading the Street Smart Safety campaign.

Residents are encouraged to follow campaign activities and learn more about how they can contribute to safer streets by visiting the township website or following updates on social media platforms.

Hamilton Township is partnering with the Greater Mercer Transportation Management Association (TMA), the Hamilton Township School District, the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority and the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission in this safety effort.