Safe Zones

Overview

One of the goals of the Odessa Police Department is a motoring public that is safe, courteous and accident free. In pursuit of this goal, the Department will begin to periodically designate "safe zones" throughout the City. These "safe zones" are areas in which traffic enforcement will be increased in an effort to gain traffic law compliance.

"Safe zones" will be announced the week prior to enforcement action being taken. Expect to see officers of the Odessa Police Department working these areas singly or in groups in an effort to gain compliance through education and enforcement. Officers working "safe zones" will be enforcing all traffic laws but will pay close attention to:

• Red light
• Speeding
• Stop sign
• Other moving violations

Please take note of these "safe zones" and remind your family and friends that we will be taking enforcement action. By working together and obeying the laws, perhaps we can reduce traffic accidents, injuries and fatalities by making our streets a safer place to drive.

Resources

Auto Insurance Guide for Parents & Teens - This resource provides a variety of guides that covers everything from speaking with a teen about the safety and dangers of driving, understanding drivers licensing restrictions, car insurance requirements, and most importantly how to keep a parent’s mind at ease and knowing they’re not alone. This guide can provide teens and their parents the necessary tools they need to be educated about safe driving for years ahead.