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Prince George's County, Maryland…These days, who couldn't use an extra buck? Your next chance to earn a buck is Wednesday, May 19th beginning at noon at the Boulevard at the Capital Center in Largo, Maryland (near the four way stop sign and Chick-Fil-A). The Prince George's Community Federal Credit Union, which has donated the cash, is joining the Maryland State Highway Administration's Highway Safety Office and the Prince George's County Police Department in tomorrow's Buckle Up For A Buck program. Law enforcement officers and safety advocates will distribute $1 bills to drivers who have all occupants buckled up securely in their vehicles. Those riding unrestrained will receive educational materials about the effectiveness of seat belts and child safety seats in saving lives and reducing injuries.
Nearly 620 people in Prince George's County lost their lives in motor vehicle crashes between 2004 and2008. Preliminary data shows that throughout 2008, someone was killed in Prince George's County every three days in a crash. Extensive efforts within the county have improved the overall seat belt use rate from less than 80% in 2004 to a current compliance rate of more than 93%. However, Prince George's County continues to lead the State with the highest number of motor vehicle deaths and the continued proper use of seat belts is the best way for motorists to protect themselves on the roadways.
