SPOKANE — As students return to class, Spokane police and the City of Spokane are reminding drivers plan ahead, slow down in school zones, and watch for pedestrians crossing the street.
The return to school coincides with active construction near several elementary schools, compounding safety concerns. Near Logan Elementary, Hamilton Street has lane closures between Boone and Carlisle Avenue. Perry Street is closed between 10th and 18th Avenue near Grant Elementary. Ridgeview Elementary is affected by closures on Rowan Avenue between Ash and Maple. Additionally, Stevens Avenue between 3rd and 8th Avenue remains under construction, impacting another school zone.
Spokane police say a study shows the majority of drivers exceed posted school-zone speed limits during the 30-minute periods before and after classes. Speeding in these areas poses a deadly problem, according to the department, and it urges drivers to reduce speeds and say focus while driving…