My little brother, who is on the spectrum, loves playing outside. It's a joy to see him having fun, but there's a constant worry that gnaws at me. He often has trouble recognizing danger, and our neighborhood streets can be quite risky with speeding vehicles. And ever since he almost got hit by a car last year, I've had the urge to do something.

Children with special needs or disabilities deserve safe environments where they can play freely and without fear. The presence of speed radar signs in neighborhoods such as ours would serve as a crucial warning system for drivers, encouraging them to slow down and be more vigilant. Speed radar signs have been proven effective in reducing vehicle speeds by up to 20%, according to studies by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and the US Department of Transportation.

And safety shouldn't be a luxury for only children on the spectrum. We need speed radar signs wherever children gather, from parks to high-traffic neighborhoods. Preventing another tragedy like the YNOT incident is within our reach; by taking action now, we ensure our community remains a haven for our children. Local governments and transportation departments can install these quickly to save children like my brother.

This initiative is not just about transforming our streets, but about prioritizing the lives and safety of our children. We must act before someone gets hurt.

Please sign this petition urging our local authorities to install speed radar signs in neighborhoods with special needs kids or high concentrations of children. Your support truly makes a difference.