The City of Vaughan is an active proponent of traffic calming in the Greater Toronto Area. Over the past several years, more than 100 speed humps, raised crosswalks and other measures have been implemented with the assistance of 25 separate Neighbourhood Traffic Committees. At least 20 other Neighbourhood Traffic Committees are in the process of developing traffic calming plans or waiting for their implementation.

Traffic calming can be defined as the combination of physical measures that reduce the negative effects of motor vehicle use, alter motorist behaviour and improve conditions for non-motorized street users.

Traffic calming:

• Reduces traffic speeds
• Reduces the number and severity of collisions
• Improves safety and convenience for pedestrians and cyclists
• Creates environmental improvements
• Reduces the volume of traffic

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