Drivers, pedestrians urged to follow safety rules

Because of the unusual number of pedestrian-vehicle accidents this fall, university administrators remind students, faculty and staff members of safety rules.

Vehicles are required to yield to pedestrians at cross walks. Pedestrians and bicyclists should not assume drivers see you or know campus road rules. Pedestrians are urged to make eye contact with a driver or be certain a vehicle is stopping before stepping or biking into the street. Drivers should slow down and watch for pedestrians and bicyclists.

Jim Bachmeier, vice president for Finance and Administration, said: “We are a big community at Grand Valley. Let’s watch out for one another and finish the remainder of the year accident-free. We care about your safety.”