The implementation of traffic calming measures
The increased use of local streets and high speeds by some drivers jeopardize security, well-being and peacefulness in residential areas. Traffic calming measures will limit these detrimental effects. Their implementation is the responsibility of each borough.
Directing traffic from side streets to the main arteries will reduce the volume of vehicles on residential streets. In addition, traffic calming measures include:
- installing appropriate signage;
- reducing road widths and widening sidewalks;
- landscaping roads or sidewalks;
- modifying road surfaces;
- eliminating certain one-way streets; and
- modifying the direction of traffic on certain streets in order to break up continuous traffic flow.