Every morning, students in Ontario, California, risk their lives just trying to get to their school buses. It's a daily gamble due to the absence of necessary traffic safety measures like stop signs or cross guards at key student bus crossings.

I've personally witnessed some heart-stopping moments where students, halfway across the street, narrowly avoided being hit by cars because drivers didn’t stop. I've even had to pull my friends by their backpacks to get them out of the way of oncoming vehicles. It’s only a matter of time before a serious accident occurs.

In our rapidly growing community, ensuring the safety and well-being of our children should be a top priority. According to data from the California Department of Transportation, pedestrian fatalities account for over 20% of California's road fatalities. This issue becomes even more pressing in places like school zones where thousands of students are at risk daily.

One solution would be the installation of stop signs and assigning crossing guards at these high-risk areas. Stop signs would obligate drivers to halt, giving students clear right-of-way, while crossing guards would ensure that children cross safely.

I urge local authorities and the Ontario city council to allocate resources for traffic safety improvements at school bus crossings. This simple yet crucial action could prevent potential tragedies and secure peace of mind for parents, students, and the entire community.

Join me in advocating for the safety of our children. Let’s make these crossings safe. Sign the petition to demand necessary safety measures at Ontario bus crossings.