With most kids heading back to class next week, the Coquitlam RCMP are reminding motorists that school zone speed limits will be in effect starting September 8.
And while those that disobey the rules will face a minimum $196 fine, the police are also rewarding people that drive sensibly and respect the speed limits.
Positive tickets will be issued on Thursday, Sept. 10, at Leigh elementary (1230 Soball Road) between 8 and 9 a.m.,, consisting of a coffee card for law-abiding drivers.
"On a daily basis we deal with drivers who break the rules, but we know there are a lot more law-abiding drivers out there," said Coquitlam RCMP Cpl. Jamie Chung. "If you follow all the traffic laws during our positive ticketing event, then prepare to be pulled over."
Chung added that with summer holidays coming to an end and most people heading back to work, the roads are expected to get a lot busier next week.
Drivers are reminded to give themselves a bit more time and to use caution while on the road, he said.
