School zone and speed limit signs were installed around Brownwood High School this last week, and drivers in that area are reminded to not only watch their speed, but the use of cell phones as well.

Brownwood city council passed an ordinance establishing the school zone around BHS on September 20th which creates a 20 mph zone and prohibition of cell phone use while driving in this zone during school hours.

A request by Brownwood ISD was the origin for the placement of the signs. Officials said that although there has been minimum conflict between vehicles and pedestrians at this campus, there exists a large number of youth drivers with limited experience.  The traffic volume is typically the greatest at the start and end of the class days.

The passage of State Law prohibiting use of cell phones in school zones requires the posting of the signage and markings.  Pictured above is the sign located along 10th Street just before the cross street of Slayden.  Other signs were placed along Slayden and Asbury.