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Illinois Tollway and Illinois State Police host Kids Identification and Safety Seat (K.I.S.S.) event, May 21

Summer-long child safety campaign helps parents, grandparents and caregivers create kids' ID cards and install child safety seats

The 2016 K.I.S.S campaign launches on Saturday, May 21 with an event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Illinois Tollway's Alsip maintenance site accessible off the Tri-State Tollway (I-294) via the ramps connecting to Cicero Avenue and 127th Street.  Highlights include:

  • Free identification cards for children ages 3 and older and child safety seats inspections and installations
  • Touch-a-truck display with hands-on exploration of Tollway H.E.L.P. truck, snowplow, Illinois State Police District and Alsip Police Department vehicles
  • Games and activities provided by the Children's Museum in Oak Lawn
  • Appearance by Windy City ThunderBolts baseball team and mascot Boomer
  • Complimentary refreshments and snacks provided by Jewel-Osco stores.

Learn more at : www.illinoistollway.com/state-police/safety-and-education/kiss-events

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