Colwood Council resolves to make speed cushions on Mt. View Avenue permanent

Thank you to the many neighbours who shared their thoughts about the recent Traffic Calming Pilot Project on Let’sTalkColwood.ca.

As noted in our letters on April 8 and 21, 2021, the City of Colwood conducted a temporary traffic calming pilot project this summer by adding speed cushions designed to encourage reduced vehicle speeds and volumes.

The traffic calming pilot project was in place for approximately 90 days and evaluated on an ongoing basis as neighbours shared their views by joining the conversation on LetsTalkColwood.ca.

Staff presented a summary of the input received to Council on August 30, 2021. Not all, but most of the community comments regarding the speed cushions indicated they were a positive step in reducing vehicle speeds and increasing safety in the area.

As a result, Council resolved to make the speed cushions permanent.

The community’s input into this summer’s four traffic calming pilot projects has helped to clarify concerns, assess the effctiveness of various approaches and guide Council decisions about permanent improvements in Colwood neighbourhoods.

We are grateful for the healthy discussion as the City continues to work with you and your neighbours to explore options for increasing the comfort and safety of neighbourhoods.