New traffic signals online at Highway 16A and Range Road 20

PARKLAND COUNTY -- New traffic signals have been added at the intersection of Highway 16A and Range Road 20.

The signals were installed by the Government of Alberta following ongoing advocacy from Parkland County and continued collaboration with provincial partners and the RCMP to improve safety on local roads. Concerns had been raised for several years regarding safety at the busy intersection.

"Council made these concerns a priority and worked with the province to support improvements that help make travel safer for drivers, passengers, school buses and commercial vehicles," reads a statement from Parkland County.

As part of the project, the speed limit through the intersection was reduced from 90 km/h to 80 km/h when the signals were activated. County staff note that council remains committed to working with the Government of Alberta, regional partners, and the RCMP to support initiatives that improve safety and strengthen the well-being of communities across Parkland County.

"Keeping our communities safe is one of Council's top priorities," said Parkland County Mayor Rod Shaigec. "We heard from residents about safety concerns at this intersection and continued to advocate for improvements. We are pleased to see these signals in operation and thank the province for helping make this important safety improvement a reality."