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News Briefs
New child-seat law goes into effect
A new law boosting safety standards for young children traveling in cars went into effect Jan. 1, 2002. The new state law requires children to ride in an age- and weight-appropriate child safety seat until they are either 6 years old or weigh at least 60 pounds, according to the Automobile Association of America. The old law required children to be in safety seats until they were 4 years old or weighed 40 pounds.
Traffic safety seat expert Melanie Gilmour, representing AAA, said automobile accidents are the leading cause of death for children, and that the new law is designed to try and minimize those numbers.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommends stringent measures beyond the new law--suggesting using a booster seat until a child is 8 years old or 80 pounds and is at least 4 feet 9 inches tall.
For more child safety information and a list of agencies offering free safety seat inspections, visit AAA's traffic safety website at www.ottoclub.org or call its toll free number, 800.637.2122.
Leadership group provides training
Sunnyvale Leadership Development Institute is offering leadership education opportunities to alumni and members of the community. These classes are deigned to augment leadership skills while connecting with Leadership Alumni, business leaders, community leaders and elected officials.
The first of a series of three classes will be held on Jan. 19 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and is titled "The influence of 9/11/01--How do we as leaders deal with fear?" The presenter, Ric Giardina, is the founder and president of Spirit Employed located in Los Gatos. Giardina is a member of the adjunct faculty of San Jose State University, where he teaches courses on management, leadership, mentoring skills and creating a healthy work/life balance.
Community event grant applications due Jan. 25
Grant funding is available to groups holding community events in Sunnyvale, under a new program launched by the city. Designed to encourage groups to hold more community events, the deadline to apply for grant funding this fiscal year is Jan. 25.
If interested, call 408.730.7575 or email events@ci.sunnyvale.ca.us.
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