(KAIR)--Atchison is one of three local area counties designated for the state's Spring and Summer seatbelt surveys, as overseen by the Kansas Department of Transportation.

A total of 16 survey sites are named, with Atchison, Leavenworth, and Pottawatomie counties the lone three from the local area.

According to a release from KDOT, seat belt observer staff, employed by DCCCA, will be in the field until approximately August 1.

The release notes that on highways and interstates inside the selected survey site counties, motorists may see ‘Survey Ahead’ signs posted.

Seat belt observers will be wearing KDOT gear.