NEW CITY, NY— Rockland County officials are marking National School Bus Safety Week by highlighting the success of the county’s School Bus Safety Program, which has seen a 30 percent decline in stop-arm violations since the 2024–2025 school year began.
Launched in partnership with BusPatrol in 2023, the program equips school buses throughout Rockland County with stop-arm cameras designed to capture vehicles that illegally pass stopped school buses. The initiative, implemented at no cost to local school districts or taxpayers, aims to deter dangerous driving behaviors and protect students traveling to and from school.
“Since the program began, we’ve issued more than 45,000 violations, but more importantly, we’re seeing a significant decrease in offenses,” said County Executive Ed Day. “Our data shows that 90% of drivers who receive a ticket do not reoffend, which means this program is successfully changing behavior and improving safety.”
Rockland County Sheriff Louis Falco III praised the collaboration between the County, school districts, and transportation providers, emphasizing the shared commitment to keeping children safe. “I want to thank the school districts and bus companies for working with us to ensure bus drivers understand what’s expected,” Falco said. “And I want to thank the County Executive for taking this step forward to save lives — especially children’s lives here in Rockland County.”
Officials say the program reflects Rockland’s broader effort to combine education, enforcement, and technology to enhance safety around school zones. They also remind motorists that New York State law requires all drivers to stop for school buses displaying flashing red lights.
Drivers who receive a citation can view video evidence or pay their fine at www.alertbus.com or by calling BusPatrol at 1-877-504-7080.