On July 19, 2024, the Town of Lincoln teamed up with the Niagara Regional Police Service, Halton Regional Police Service, Ontario Provincial Police, and the Ministry of Transportation for a significant enforcement blitz targeting commercial motor vehicle safety.
This collaboration highlights Lincoln’s steadfast dedication to roadway safety, addressing the rise in commercial vehicle traffic in key areas and residential neighborhoods.The main aim of these initiatives is to catch commercial vehicles that bypass the Vineland Inspection Station on the QEW and ensure they comply with Ontario’s road safety standards.
These efforts align with the Council’s goal to divert truck traffic from downtown areas to roads better suited for larger vehicles, supporting local businesses and the economy.
Mayor Sandra Easton emphasized the success of these blitzes, stating, “Our joint enforcement efforts are crucial for road safety and resident well-being. We will continue to collaborate with our partners to keep Lincoln safe.”
Recent blitz results:•37 vehicles inspected•19 vehicles removed for safety concerns•10 charges laid
Councillor Tony Brunet noted, “Our regional partnerships show our dedication to traffic safety, and the results speak for themselves.”
CAO Michael Kirkopoulos added, “These initiatives demonstrate our commitment to safe roadways in Lincoln.”For more on truck safety and past blitzes, visit Speak Up Lincoln.
The Town also implements traffic safety measures like community safety zones, pedestrian crossovers, speedbumps, and digital speed feedback signs.
Check out Lincoln.ca for more details.Background on Truck Traffic and Safety BlitzesSince April 2019, Lincoln has been addressing truck traffic concerns.
The Beamsville Alternate Truck Route Initiative aims to redirect trucks from downtown Beamsville.
Long-term plans include the Niagara Escarpment Crossing Project, a new north-south route between the QEW and Regional Road 20, as identified in the Niagara Region Transportation Master Plan.
Lincoln’s Transportation Master Plan outlines strategies for goods movement, requiring ongoing collaboration with the Niagara Region, the Ministry of Transportation, and Niagara Regional Police.
For more information, visit the Town of Lincolns website: https://www.lincoln.ca/council-and-administration/news-updates/media-release-lincolns-ongoing-investment-joint-enforcement
