Pedestrian safety improvements at Westney Road and Monarch Avenue/Rands Road 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 existing traffic lights at the intersection of Westney Road and Monarch Avenue/Rands Road in the Town of Ajax.

When: February 28. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Intersection of Westney Road and Monarch Avenue/Rands Road in the Town of Ajax. 

Why: The leading pedestrian intervals will improve pedestrian safety by allowing pedestrians to enter the intersection a few 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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