The City of Courtenay has completed its roll out of reduced speeds on all residential roads in the community, two years ahead of schedule.
This speed reduction initiative was a phased plan to roll out 40 km/h speeds on neighbourhood roads across the City over five years, with the goal of safer and more livable streets. City of Courtenay Operations team began working on the program in 2023. The project was completed ahead of schedule by integrating the rollout into routine maintenance and using advanced sign-printing technology to recycle existing signage.
“Completing this initiative ahead of schedule is a major step toward creating safer, more welcoming streets for everyone in Courtenay,” says Acting Mayor Wendy Morin. “Slower speeds save lives and make our neighborhoods more livable for families, pedestrians, and cyclists. We’re proud to see this project finished and encourage all drivers to do their part by respecting the new limits.”
With the unveiling of the new signs on neighbourhood roads across the City, drivers are urged to take note of the changes and adjust driving speeds. The 40km/h speed limit will be in effect 24 hours a day, seven days a week. On streets with lower posted speeds, such as 30 km/h school or playground zones, the lower posted speed will be in effect during designated hours.
Reduced speed limits can improve road safety with fewer and less severe collisions, and make neighbourhoods feel more livable. When vehicles go slower, it improves comfort for everyone else on the road, including people walking, cycling or using mobility aids.
To view an interactive map of speed limit reductions, visit www.courtenay.ca/40km