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So you’ve designed a Complete Streets policy. Now how do you make sure it’s effectively implemented? In our new Efficacy Report, created in partnership with Smart Growth America, we explain key factors that policymakers should consider when implementing a Complete Streets policy, and identify common hurdles they may have to overcome.  Explore it here: https://lnkd.in/eemwwpN9

"Any improvements we can make to streets and intersections to help the traffic flow better is going to have a big effect on public safety...because we're going to be able to get there quicker." - Chief Chris Goodwin, Edmond Fire Department Edmond on the GO, a General Obligation Bond on the ballot November 5, expands Edmond's Intelligent Traffic System (ITS). ITS uses real-time technology to improve traffic flow and safety during heavy traffic periods, emergencies, and construction and maintenance activities. If approved by voters, Edmond on the GO will add 20 intersections to ITS across the City which has been proven to reduce delays by up to 75%. ITS keeps traffic flowing at the same pace – even when there’s a 40% increase in traffic volume. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gPKZRAjt

🚦 Let’s Slow Down and Keep Our Streets Safe! 🚦 Speeding is putting our families and children at risk in our neighborhood, and it's time to take action. I’m committed to ensuring safer streets for everyone, but I need YOUR support to make it happen. 🚸 Here’s how you can help: 1. Stay within speed limits – It’s about safety, not just the law. 2. Report speeding hotspots– Let’s work together to target problem areas. 3. Support traffic calming measures– From speed bumps to better signage, we’re exploring solutions to slow down traffic. Let’s protect our community, one street at a time. Together, we can make our neighborhood a safer place to live. Below is a capture of what Minne Lusa Neighborhood actions:

School is underway – how will it affect your project? If your project requires a traffic impact study, it’s important to know that traffic count data must be collected when public schools are in session. Learn about how Galloway’s transportation team can help you this back-to-school season: https://lnkd.in/gTxMRaRE

Last night at Council, York Region presented a new pilot program to help alleviate traffic issues at the intersection of St. John’s Sideroad and Old Yonge Street. This area has long been a problem for traffic. During peak hours, turning left onto Old Yonge Street causes backups on St. John’s Sideroad. Unfortunately, traffic lights can’t be installed because the intersection is only about 100 meters from the main intersection of St. John’s and Yonge Street. I have asked the Region to look at this issue many times and work on solutions. After months of analyzing traffic patterns, the Region has proposed a pilot program that prohibits left turns in all directions during peak hours, Monday to Friday. This would keep traffic flowing and eliminate the backlog caused by left turns. The pilot will begin in mid-August with new signage being installed. For the first few weeks, enforcement will focus on educating drivers. The Region will be communicating this change to residents by sending out flyers to the neighborhood via mail, and the new on-street signs will be highly visible to make everyone aware of the new restrictions. During this pilot, the Region will monitor traffic patterns. If the pilot is successful, the Region will re-evaluate after one year to see if the changes should become permanent or if additional changes are needed to improve traffic flow and safety in the area. I want to thank the staff at the Region for their work, and I am hopeful that this pilot will be successful in the long term. I will keep everyone updated on when the on-street signs are installed and of the exact date that the restrictions will take effect. https://lnkd.in/gvq5WvZ3

Photo from my lunch-jog when I was thinking of a recent report from ETSC on rural road fatalities that concluded: "the definition of road types varies from country to country, making the data incomparable." Rural road crashes are often not easily identified in crash databases. In some, urban areas are defined as roads with speed limits of 50 km/h or less, but 50-roads can also be found elsewhere - like this one! For many households, roads like these may be the only means of reaching services as schools and stores. So, it is crucial to understand traffic safety performance on these roads, just as we do for city streets.

It's interesting to think about policy cutoffs (DC exemptions, CMHC minimums, etc.) and how they affect incentives. Naama does a great job here of illustrating the jump in lot size required to go from 10 units to 11+. I think site plans are a reasonable way for the city to regulate sites and how they interact with the rest of the city, and 10 units is a reasonable cut-off... But are there any ways to make this transition gentler?

Read this article by MGT to learn how our team worked to defend Anne Arundel County Public Schools from an increasing number of cyberattacks on their IT infrastructure. Be sure to follow MGT for more insights like this! https://lnkd.in/gX6JsXMg

As schools close for the Christmas holidays tomorrow, it's crucial to take a final meter reading and check for leaks to prevent any issues during the break. Our comprehensive guide will walk you through the process, ensuring your facility remains leak-free and efficient. Stay proactive and prepared this winter. Read our guide here https://bit.ly/3WhgXbA #LeakPrevention #SchoolManagement #WinterPreparation

🚶♂️A Photo Journal: Journey from University to Home 📸 I’ve captured and explored some pressing urban issues in my latest Medium blog: unsafe pedestrian pathways, traffic congestion, and poor waste management. My post also suggests solutions for improving our city’s infrastructure, like better waste bin placement and enhanced traffic regulation. Check it out here: [Medium Blog](https://lnkd.in/gDTx9AKz) Your feedback is welcome! #UrbanIssues #WasteManagement #TrafficManagement #PublicSafety #MediumBlog