Experts there said teens are more likely to engage in risky driving habits such as tailgating and speeding.
Police in the four counties issued more than 6,000 tickets for tailgating last year.
Donations collected from the designated tailgating areas - roped-off parking lots where food tents and entertainment will be provided - will go toward various university organizations such as the marching band.
Pompoms, cheer-leaders, tailgating and oversize Styrofoam hands - yes, college-football season is already upon us.
Lorie's already looking at campers so we can go tailgating at NASCAR races.