Clarington, ON – Clarington Council has updated the Traffic By-law, resulting in increased fines for recurring traffic issues, such as parking in prohibited areas and parking on the street during snow-clearing operations.
Previously, no-stopping fines ranged from $45 to $60. Fines have now increased to $75, with an early payment option of $50. The increased fines aim to deter parking violations in designated no-stopping areas, which are primarily located near schools, intersections, pedestrian crossings, and emergency access routes. It’s about keeping travel lanes clear for buses and emergency vehicles, improving traffic flow, and ensuring school zones are safe for children who walk to school.
As part of this by-law amendment, Council also directed staff to increase the fine for parked cars interfering with snow removal, from $60 ($45 early payment) to $75 ($50 early payment). Parking on the street during the winter months can limit snowplow operators’ ability to effectively clear routes.
“Clarington residents deserve safe roads, especially around schools, pedestrian crossings and emergency routes. That’s why we’re working to discourage drivers from parking and idling in no-stopping zones. If we all do our part, we can make sure our streets are safe for everyone,” said Mayor Adrian Foster.
Clarington Municipal Law Enforcement Officers will be joining forces with Durham Regional Police to enforce parking and traffic regulations around schools as part of the In the Zone traffic safety blitz the week of January 6. Supporting the proactive management of community safety and well-being is part of Clarington’s 2024-27 Strategic Plan, which also includes reducing speed limits in school zones and developing a Traffic Calming Plan aimed at making roads safer throughout Clarington.
For more information about road safety and ongoing traffic initiatives, visit www.clarington.net/RoadSafety.
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