Our children's safety is at stake. The intersection of Lancaster Park and Pleasant Run is not only bustling but also sits right next to Elsie Robertson Middle School. Everyday, young students navigate this dangerous crossing, with just school zone signs for protection, signs that are sadly often ignored by speeding motorists. This has already resulted in a crossing guard being hit; which clearly illustrates the present dangers. It's only a matter of time before a child is hit. 

By implementing traffic lights, we can provide a safer passage for our children and all pedestrians. This move is not without precedence. Traffic signals in school zones have been found to reduce pedestrian crashes by about 35% according to a study by the Highway Loss Data Institute.

Therefore, we urge the City of Lancaster to prioritize the installation of traffic lights at this intersection. Please sign this petition to help make our streets safer for our children. Thank you.