Speed limits dropping to 40 kph in most residential areas

Todayville Edmonton

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March 11, 2020

Today, City Council endorsed changing residential speed limits to 40 km/hr, which will replace Edmonton’s existing 50 km/hr default. There are a number of roads which will remain at 50 km/hr based on design and use.

City Council also accepted Administration’s recommendation of a 40 km/hr speed limit for Jasper Avenue, Whyte Avenue and a number of high pedestrian areas.

City Administration presented a thorough analysis of both a 40 km/hr citywide default and a 30 km/hr Core Zone by weighing safety impacts, public perspective, existing collision data, costs and signage plans.

“Lowering speed limits creates safe, livable streets for everyone. Reducing speeds makes our streets calmer, quieter and safer for people walking, biking, driving and enjoying their neighbourhood,” said Jessica Lamarre, Acting Director of Traffic Safety. “Safe, livable streets help us reach our goal of Vision Zero where safety is the priority. Speed reduction reduces the frequency and severity of collisions and saves Edmontonians millions of dollars in their associated costs.”

Edmonton Police Service (EPS) also offered their perspective on speed limit changes. City Administration will partner with EPS throughout the roll-out of speed limit reductions to ensure clear and consistent messaging and education efforts.

“EPS supports a 40 km/hour speed limit for residential roads, Jasper Avenue, Whyte Avenue and other high pedestrian areas,” said Geoff Mittelsteadt, Acting Investigator, EPS Traffic Services. “One continuous speed limit will create consistency for motorists and traffic enforcement personnel, while promoting greater safety for residents in keeping with the overall goals of Vision Zero.”

Bylaw changes are required to change the default speed limit for residential roads in Edmonton to 40 km/hr. It will take 11 months from the approval of the bylaws for changes to the default speed limit to come into effect. This means Administration anticipates that the default speed limit on residential roads will change to 40 km/hr in mid 2021.

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The Red Deer Regional Health Foundation has announced the winners of the 2024 Red Deer Hospital Lottery Dream Home and Tiny Home prize packages, as well as the Mega Bucks 50.

The Mega Bucks 50 jackpot reached $607,200.00, which makes Carolyn Pelerine of Cochrane, Alberta the winner of $303,600.00.

In addition, the luxurious Tree Hugger Tiny Home Prize Package, complete with accessories by Urban Barn and valued at $163,798.00, is now owned by Mary Vincent of Red Deer.

The coveted Sorento Dream Home Prize Package, which includes furnishings and accessories by Urban Barn and boasts a total value of $1,072,624.00, has been awarded to Maxine Rumohr of Sylvan Lake.

The highly anticipated draw took place at 10:00 a.m. Thursday at the Red Deer Regional Health Foundation office, located within the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, with an announcement following live on Facebook, allowing participants and supporters to join in the excitement virtually.

“We are delighted to congratulate the winners of this year’s Red Deer Hospital Lottery,” said Manon Therriault, Chief Executive Officer of the Red Deer Regional Health Foundation. “The funds raised from this lottery will significantly contribute to enhancing patient care and services at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated and supported this important cause.”

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The keys to the Sorento Dream Home and the Tree Hugger Tiny Home will be presented to the winners at a special ceremony this summer.