New school year means drivers need to gear down
Posted Sep 2, 2014 7:29 am.
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Those behind the wheel are being reminded that new harmonized school and playground zones are now in effect in Calgary.
Drivers are expected to slow down to 30 kilometres an hour in those areas between 7:30 a.m. and 9 p.m.
Playground zones are in effect year-round, while school zones are in effect only when students are in class.
Lisa Nolan Clayton, regional coordinator of the Safety Patrol Program with the Alberta Motor Association, tells 660News it is imperative drivers ease off the gas and keep their eyes peeled for pedestrians in those areas, because youngsters often dart out behind parked vehicles and school buses.
Police are promising to step up patrols in Calgary’s 180 school zones and more than 1500 playground zones in the city. Those exceeding the speed limit can be slapped with a hefty ticket along with demerit points.
