At the time, the signs were welcomed with open arms. But it wasn t long after the guards received the brightly colored signs that they were told to stop using them. The order came from Chief of Patrol at Police Headquarters, William A. Morange at a monthly crossing guard meeting last October. Still, the order seems to have generated some confusion among the four Bronx Precincts to which the signs were donated. Pat Colabello, Community Precinct Officer from the 4-7.
People see that universal red sign and know to stop.
It s safer for our children. When the news first surfaced a few weeks ago, it came as a shock to everyone, particularly among the crossing guards. When the weather is bad or foggy, it s easier for motorists to see the signs. That perspective seems to be unanimous. I think those signs are great.