CITY OF DUBLIN’S BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY REMINDER

DUBLIN, Calif., August 19, 2010 – Tuesday, August 24^th marks the start of the new school year for Dublin’s public schools and traffic at and around local school sites can be hectic.  Dublin Police Services would like to remind students, parents and area residents to allow extra time when traveling during school drop off and pick up times, and to drive cautiously and act courteously to others.

Dublin Police Services will be providing traffic education and enforcement around all Dublin schools, including enforcement of texting while driving, during back to school week.  Please be reminded that the posted speed limit around schools when children are present is 25 mph.

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The Dublin Unified School District announces the resignation of Trustee John Ledahl, effective August 10, 2010.  In a letter to the Board of Trustees, district Superintendent Dr. Stephen Hanke, and Alameda County Superintendent Shelia Jordan, Mr. Ledahl cited personal family, health, and employment reasons for his decision.  Mr. Ledahl served as Trustee for the district nearly 10 years, from 1994-1998 and again from 2004-2010.

Mr. Ledahl said, “I’ve seen many changes in Dublin Schools; from our first technology networks emerging to our world class Dublin High School…I leave with many fond memories of people that I have worked with over the years.  I will especially remember the smiling faces of children every age, color and background as they shared their experiences with me.”

The Board of Trustees will begin the process of replacing Mr. Ledahl immediately.

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Closing arguments in the Johannes Mehserle trial are expected to begin by the end of this week and public safety agencies around the East Bay, including the City of Dublin, are preparing for any potential civil unrest that may follow the announcement of the verdict.
While it is not anticipated that civil unrest will occur in Dublin, the City’s Police and Fire Services have planned and prepared for this possibility and are coordinating with public safety agencies throughout the Bay Area for mutual aid requests, should it be necessary.
In addition to the actions taken by the City, BART is providing guidance and information to its ridership in the event civic unrest occurs at any of the BART stations, including the Dublin/Pleasanton station.  According to BART, depending on public reaction, some stations may need to close temporarily or adjustments to service may be made on short notice. BART Police and Operations staff are closely working with other local law enforcement agencies to coordinate plans.  For more information on BART’s preparations, please visit www.bart.gov for updates.

For additional information, please contact the City’s Public Information Office at (925) 833-6650.

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