The Salisbury Township School District has announced a significant milestone in student transportation safety: a 26% reduction in school bus stop-arm violations during the 2025 back-to-school period compared to the previous year.

Between September and October 2024, the district recorded 244 violations; in 2025, that number fell to 181 – a meaningful sign local drivers are becoming more aware of school bus safety laws and their responsibility to stop for children boarding or exiting buses.

This decline comes as part of Salisbury Township’s School Bus Safety Program, operated in partnership with BusPatrol, the nation’s leading provider of school bus camera enforcement technology. Through AI-powered stop-arm cameras, the program automatically captures evidence of vehicles that illegally pass stopped school buses, helping law enforcement enforce Pennsylvania’s school bus safety laws and hold drivers accountable.

Over its first full year of operation, the program monitored an average of 28 buses daily, capturing more than 1,000 potential violations. Following rigorous law enforcement review, 418 citations were issued – underscoring a careful and fair process that prioritizes accuracy and public trust. Salisbury Township Police reported only 7.7% of tickets were contested, with all contested cases found liable in court, affirming the strength of the evidence collected.

Traffic Coordinator Sgt. Bryan Losagio, of the Salisbury Township Police Department, emphasized the importance of fairness and consistency in enforcement. “The BusPatrol School Bus Safety Program is an extremely effective tool for law enforcement. Although we approve hundreds of bus video violations each year, our process is extremely strict and ensures that only clear, valid violations are cited. We understand how crucial it is to maintain the public’s trust and we know this program plays a vital role in keeping children safe.”

Notably, program data identified the 1500, 1600 and 1700 blocks of Broadway as areas with the highest rates of violations, making them key targets for future driver awareness efforts. The data also revealed 93.3% of violators were onetime offenders, a strong indicator the program is changing driver behavior through education and enforcement.

“These results show what’s possible when a community commits to safety,” Superintendent Lynn Fuini-Hetten said. “The decline in violations means safer streets and greater peace of mind for families. When drivers are educated and held accountable, behavior changes – and that’s exactly what we’re seeing. We urge everyone to slow down, stay alert and always stop when the red lights are flashing.”

“What’s happening in Salisbury Township is proof that technology, education and enforcement can work together to protect children. The results speak for themselves – fewer violations and safer roads,” Justin Meyers, president and chief innovation officer at BusPatrol, said.

The BusPatrol partnership also included new training for bus drivers focused on safe loading and unloading practices, ensuring bus stops provide motorists ample time to stop safely. With enforcement data guiding community outreach and education, Salisbury Township continues to strengthen its culture of safety and responsibility on the road.

Through this collaborative effort between the Salisbury Township School District, Salisbury Township Police Department and BusPatrol, the community is setting a powerful example of how innovation, transparency and accountability can make roads safer for every child.