SCHOOL BUS SAFETY PROGRAM

CITY OF YONKERS SAFE STOP

Travel Safely in Our Community

Approximately 12,000 students in the City of Yonkers are transported in school buses every school day. Motorists are required by law to stop for a stopped school bus with its stop-arm extended and lights flashing.

Unfortunately, when motorists disregard the law and pass the school bus, they jeopardize the safety of our children putting them in serious danger. The Yonkers Safe Stop Program is designed to reduce the number of violations and injuries caused by people who disregard the school bus stop-arm; protecting our children as they board and leave the school bus and cross the road.

Why Install School Bus Stop-Arm Safety Cameras

School bus stop-arm safety cameras ensure our children’s safety when getting on or off a bus. Today, parents have enough reasons to worry about their children’s safety — sending them to school should not be one of them. It is illegal and incredibly dangerous for a vehicle to pass a stopped school bus with its stop-arm extended and lights flashing. The City of Yonkers is committed to the safety of our children and dedicated to reducing school bus stop-arm violations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the school bus stop-arm safety cameras located?

School bus stop-arm safety cameras are installed at key locations on the exterior of designated district buses throughout the City of Yonkers.

What do I do if I receive a notice?

The fastest and easiest way to pay your Notice is to pay online. Go to www.yonkersny.gov and follow the instructions at the top of the page under the  section PAY TICKETS. There is a convenience fee based on the transaction amount. 

How much is the fine and what about my driving record?

The fine amount for a school bus stop-arm safety violation is $250 for a first offense, $275 for the second within 18 months and $300 for subsequent offense in 18 months. Additional late penalties may accrue if payment is not received by the violation due date.

When and where do I stop for a school bus?

The school vehicle is stopped with its alternating red flashing lights activated with the stop sign out and flashing. You should stop at least 20 feet from the front and 20 feet from the rear of the school vehicle.

Flashing Light System

Amber Flashing Lights: Located on the top of the school vehicle. Their purpose is to warn other motorists of the school vehicle preparing to stop. Red Flashing Lights: Also located on the top of the school vehicle. The red flashing lights inform other vehicles to stop.

KNOW THE LAW IN NEW YORK

In these instances, when a school bus stops for passengers, ALL traffic from both directions must stop.

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