Press Release - 10-04-2022

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, October 4, 2022

GOVERNOR’S TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE ANNOUNCES FREE CAR SEAT INSPECTIONS AND ASSISTANCE IN NIAGARA COUNTY

Free Inspections by Appointment Offered Year-Round

The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee (GTSC) today reminded parents and caregivers in Niagara County that free car seat checks by certified child passenger safety technicians are available on Friday, October 7 in Niagara Falls, Tuesday, October 11 in Lockport, Saturday, October 15 in North Tonawanda, Sunday, October 16 in Pendleton and Wednesday, October 19 in Niagara Falls.

When: Friday, October 7, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Bergholz Fire Department, 2470 Niagara Rd, Niagara Falls

When: Tuesday, October 11, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Niagara Public Safety Building, 5574 Niagara Street Extension, Lockport
Additional information: by appointment only
For more information on these two Niagara County events, contact Cathleen Davis at (716) 438-3464 or [email protected].

When: Saturday, October 15, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m..
Where: Rescue Fire Hall, 1241 Strad Avenue, North Tonawanda
For more information on this event, contact Robert Frank at (716) 692-4119 or [email protected]

When: Sunday, October 16, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Pendleton Station Market, Campbell Boulevard, Pendleton
For more information on this event, contact Cathleen Davis at (716) 438-3464 or [email protected].

When: Wednesday, October 19, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Packard Court Community Center
For more information on this event, contact Cathleen Davis at (716) 438-3464 or [email protected]

These events are part of a year-long safety initiative in which state and local law enforcement agencies and various community safety partners offer free car seat inspections. Trained technicians use the “Learn, Practice, and Explain” model to educate parents and caregivers on how to choose and properly install the appropriate seat for their child’s age and size and their vehicle, so it can be used correctly every time.

Those who cannot attend one of these free car seat check events can make an appointment with a local fitting station. Find more information on upcoming car seat check events near you.  

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