Pedestrian safety improvements at two Harwood Avenue intersections in Ajax

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 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.

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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