School drop-off zones are in the sights of Dubbo's parking rangers, with council ramping up enforcement for drivers who flout the road rules in these areas.
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Manager Environmental Compliance Michael Jarman said staff will be working to ensure children are safe, and drivers are being considerate of signage and NSW road rules.
"It's really important that drivers remain vigilant when in these school zones, as we care about keeping our streets safe, and being considerate of nearby residents and buses.
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"We ask that drivers don't double park, and consider parking away from the school gates and walk the short distance to meet their children," said Mr Jarman.
There are various signs in school zones which need to be obeyed. These include:
No parking: You must not stop for more than two minutes in a No Parking area. You must remain in or within three metres of the vehicles. A breach of this rule incurs a $194 fine and two demerit points. Hours of operation may apply to some signs, this means restrictions apply for those times only. Mobility Parking Permit holders are allowed to park for up to five minutes in a No Parking area.
No stopping/ no standing: These signs mean that in the area in the direction of the arrow, you must not stop your vehicle at any point on the road or kerb, unless there is a medical or other emergency. This incurs a $349 penalty and two demerit points. Sometimes a no stopping area is indicated by a solid yellow edge line. Hours of operation may apply to some signs, and this means restrictions apply for those times only.
Bus zone: This sign means that in the direction of the arrow or arrows you are not allowed to stop your vehicle unless you are driving a bus. Hours of operation may apply to some signs. This means restrictions apply for those times only. This incurs a $349 penalty and two demerit points.
Council's parking rangers are clearly identifiable in high visibility uniforms, and work closely with, and support, NSW Police Force who also patrol school zones.
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