In a move aimed at bolstering safety measures, Niagara is gearing up to implement a red-light camera program starting in late January. This initiative, greenlit earlier this year by the Regional Council, will focus on issuing tickets to drivers who disregard red lights at key intersections throughout the region.
**What’s Happening?**
The Regional Council has approved the installation of red-light cameras at 10 strategically chosen signalized intersections across Niagara. The upcoming weeks will witness the installation and testing phase of these cameras to ensure effective functionality.
**Where Will They Be Located?**
Notably, these cameras will be strategically placed at significant traffic junctions. Here’s a breakdown of some of the key locations:
– St. Catharines: St. Paul Street and First Street Louth, Niagara Street and Parnell Road
– Fort Erie: Garrison Road and Pettit Road/Daytona Drive
– Grimsby: Christie Street and the South Service Road
– Lincoln: Ontario Street and the South Service Road
– Niagara Falls: Stanley Avenue and Dunn Street, Lundy’s Lane and Garner Road
– Pelham: Highway 20 and Victoria Avenue
– Welland: Lincoln Avenue and Prince Charles Drive, Niagara Street and Quaker Road
**In Addition…**
As part of ongoing efforts, preparations are underway to relocate the Region’s four automated speed enforcement cameras to new community safety zones effective the week of January 8th. These zones include specific areas in Fort Erie, Grimsby, Lincoln, and Niagara-on-the-Lake, targeting enhanced safety around school zones and vital community areas.
**Why It Matters?**
Both the Red-Light Camera and Automated Speed Enforcement programs play pivotal roles in the Region’s Vision Zero initiative. This safety-centric approach aims to significantly reduce and eventually eliminate severe injuries and fatalities on Niagara’s road network.
Stay tuned for further updates and ensure compliance with traffic regulations for a safer journey ahead!
