ORANGE, Ohio – The Orange Police Department is participating in Ohio’s Blue Envelope Program.

The program is designed to enhance safety and communication during traffic stops for individuals with disabilities, particularly those on the autism spectrum.

It was discussed at the Village Council meeting Wednesday (Aug. 13) by Councilwoman Kim Ullner, who said she brought it to the attention of the police department.

Ullner said if a motorist is pulled over by an officer and exhibits signs of anxiety or nervousness due to bright lights or noises, of “if their communication processing might be different from what an officer might normally expect from someone that is pulled over,” the occupant of the vehicle would present this envelope to the officer.

“The point of the Blue Envelope Program i

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