Through the National Highway Safety Administration, July is Speed Awareness Month. 

Monticello Police Chief Rob Bross explains that Speed Awareness Month is not just for the police to give out more tickets than usual, but rather it's about community outreach and trying to get drivers to slow down. This is especially important, because school will be starting again soon, and the school zone speed limits will be in effect. 

Chief Bross reminds even if there are no flashing yellow lights, if school is in session then the school zone speed limit is in effect. He also explains how to safely navigate the roads when school buses are out. 

Although July may be coming to an end, safe driving is of the utmost importance in our community, especially while children are present.