The City of Regina is installing special school zone signs to provide higher visibility in three busy school zones as part of a pilot project. The initial locations were selected for the pilot project based on several factors, including where drivers frequently exceed the speed limit.
- 3rd Avenue (Kitchener School)
- College Avenue (Arcola School)
- Chuka Boulevard (Wascana Plains School)
The City is always looking at new and innovative ways to improve pedestrian safety. These enhanced school zone signs have solar-powered LED flashing lights to bring drivers' attention to the school zone and the presence of pedestrians, particularly more vulnerable school-age children. The lights will come on during school zone hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
City crews are expected to finish installing the signs by the end of November, weather permitting.
After the pilot program, speed studies and on-site observations will be used to evaluate and assess performance of the signs. The pilot is expected to wrap up in 2024.
