Few local ordinances have such a daily effect on our lives as those which govern our driving behavior. Even as Denton builds more bike lanes and paths, and bus service changes to accommodate areas of more dense growth, many of us still drive on a daily basis. The Denton City Council first passed an ordinance governing cell phone use while driving in 2014. The ordinance was largely promoted and understood to be a ban on texting. Late in 2016, some sizeable amendments were passed to this ordinance which are scheduled to take effect on June 1st. That’s just in time for the lesser-known holidays of National Go Barefoot Day, New Year’s Resolution Recommitment Day, or Oscar The Grouch Day. Perhaps more applicable though, it also happens to be International Children's Day, and whether we react to these changes with “Finally!” or “Get your grubby government hands off my steering wheel!”, we can all hope this ordinance results in increased safety for children in Denton. Read on to find out how these changes will affect you!