New pedestrian safety improvement at Simcoe Street and Queen Street in Port Perry

Whitby, Ontario – In support of Durham Vision Zero, a strategic road safety action plan, the Region of Durham will be implementing leading pedestrian intervals for the existing traffic lights at the intersection of Simcoe Street (Regional Road 2) and Queen Street in Port Perry.

When: August 18. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: The intersection of Simcoe Street (Regional Road 2) and Queen 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 before vehicles begin to make their turns.

Note: 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.

Durham Vision Zero is a long-term, multi-agency strategy to create safer roads for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists. Learn more at durham.ca/VisionZero.

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