rap #242 09/19/08

SAFE DRIVING CLASSES NOW OFFERED IN THE EVENING

A COMPREHENSIVE defensive driving course that can lead to fewer Motor Vehicle points and a car insurance discount is now offered in the evening, Ocean County Freeholder John P. Kelly announced.

“There’s been a great demand for this course so we’ve expanded the hours to include several evening sessions,” Kelly said.

The eight-hour course will be held over two evenings, Tuesday, September 23 and Tuesday, September 30 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Community Medical Center’s Family Center, 591 Lakehurst Road, Toms River.

The cost of the entire course is $8 payable only by check or money order made out to the County of Ocean.

For the two-point Motor Vehicle reduction, and additional payment of $10, payable by money order only, must be made out to the New Jersey State Safety Council.

“This is an excellent opportunity for drivers to improve their safety skills,” Kelly said. “The two-point reduction and insurance savings are further incentives to take this important class.”

Many insurance companies offer a 5 percent discount for customers who complete the course.

Kelly said students should contact their insurance companies for more information.

Freeholder Director Joseph H. Vicari said additional defensive driving course are scheduled for morning hours through October.

For more information on dates and times or to register for a class, call 732-929-2130.

Participants must bring a valid driver license and a pen to each class. All other materials will be provided.

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