The Region of Durham has announced pedestrian safety improvements in Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax and Port Perry. The move is in support of Durham Vision Zero, it said.
The region will be implementing leading pedestrian intervals for the existing traffic lights at Stevenson Road and the entrance to Oshawa Centre in the City of Oshawa.
- When: June 6. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
- Where: The intersection of Stevenson Road and the entrance to Oshawa Centre in Oshawa.
- Why: The leading pedestrian intervals will improve pedestrian safety by allowing pedestrians to enter the intersection several seconds before vehicles receive a green indication signal. This enhancement allows pedestrians to have a greater presence and advance visibility in the crosswalk, reinforcing their right-of-way ahead of turning vehicles.
A statement said minor traffic disruptions are anticipated while crews implement the new safety improvements. Drivers, cyclists and pedestrians are reminded to exercise additional caution for everyone’s safety.
Dundas and Brock Street in Whitby
The Region will be implementing leading pedestrian intervals for the existing traffic lights at Dundas Street and Brock Street in the Town of Whitby.
- When: June 6. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
- Where: The intersection of Dundas Street and Brock Street in Whitby.
- Why: The leading pedestrian intervals will improve pedestrian safety by allowing pedestrians to enter the intersection five seconds before vehicles receive a green indication signal. This enhancement allows pedestrians to have a greater presence and advance visibility in the crosswalk, reinforcing their right-of-way over turning vehicles.
Harwood Avenue intersections in Ajax
Leading pedestrian intervals will be implemented for two existing traffic lights at two Harwood Avenue intersections in the Town of Ajax.
- When: June 6. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
- Where: Intersection of Harwood Avenue and Kings Crescent, and the intersection of Harwood Avenue and Hunt Street in the Town of Ajax.
- Why: The leading pedestrian intervals will improve pedestrian safety by allowing pedestrians to enter the intersection five seconds before vehicles receive a green indication signal. This enhancement allows pedestrians to have a greater presence and advance visibility in the crosswalk, reinforcing their right-of-way over vehicles making left or right turns.
Simcoe Street and Reach/Coulter Street in Port Perry
Region of Durham will be implementing leading pedestrian intervals for the existing traffic lights at Simcoe Street and Reach/Coulter Street in the Township of Scugog’s community of Port Perry.
- When: June 6. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
- Where: The intersection of Simcoe Street and Reach/Coulter Street in Port Perry.
- Why: The leading pedestrian intervals will improve pedestrian safety by allowing pedestrians to enter the intersection five seconds before vehicles receive a green indication signal. This enhancement allows pedestrians to have a greater presence and advance visibility in the crosswalk, reinforcing their right-of-way over turning vehicles.