11/13/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 11/13/2024 10:36
Whitby, Ontario - In support of Durham Vision Zero and in collaboration with the Municipality of Clarington, The Regional Municipality of Durham is adding a new all-way stop at the intersection of Regional Highway 2 and Newtonville Road (Regional Road 18) in the Municipality of Clarington.
Where: At the intersection of Regional Highway 2 and Newtonville Road in Clarington.
When: Scheduled to be installed November 14. Unfavourable weather conditions may impact the work schedule.
Why: To improve road safety.
Note: The new all-way stop will require all drivers in each direction to stop their vehicle before entering the intersection and yield the right-of-way to the first vehicle or other road user to come to a complete stop. This enhancement will improve safety by providing a controlled crossing for all road users.
Durham Vision Zero is a long-term, multi-agency strategy to create safer roads for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists. Learn more at durham.ca/VisionZero.
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