The City of Delta is eyeing traffic safety improvements for the Royal York Neighbourhood.
Having recently held a pair of open houses to hear traffic safety concerns and suggestions from the community, a traffic calming study is to address concerns about speeding and pedestrian accessibility in the area.
The study area covers an extensive area in North Delta, bounded by Nordel Way to 112 Street.
The project is currently in its initial stage, where the team is actively seeking input, the city notes.
The primary goals of the study include enhancing road safety for all users, including drivers, cyclists, pedestrians and those using mobility aids, as well as improving overall mobility and accessibility within the neighborhood.
The project team will use engineering solutions informed by technical analysis and the community to identify the most effective traffic calming measures.
A final report with traffic calming recommendations is to be presented to council and the Transportation Advisory Committee later this year.
A separate roadway improvement project was already planned for an area comprising several streets within the study area.
Meanwhile, the committee was recently updated on a Delta school zone safety project completed this year.
The city installed a total of 30 speed humps and raised crosswalks in all school zones
Staff noted that the initiative was well received, and the city has received requests for additional speed humps on adjacent roadways. Staff will evaluate those requests, following Delta’s Traffic Calming Policy, and respond to residents.
