Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Sept 8th, 2016 8:35 am
With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-wallebeck
With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-wallebeck
This week we focus on: School zone safety
"With
classes back in session, school zone safety is the traffic safety spotlight for
the month of September.
Police
will be watching for traffic violations in and around school zones, including
motorists speeding, driving distracted, failing to obey stop signs or yield
signs, failing to yield for pedestrians, failing to obey crossing guards or
failing to obey school bus cross arms and flashing lights.
“Children
are among the most vulnerable road users and as a motorist it’s your duty to
look out for them,” said Earl Cameron, Executive Vice-President of the Auto
Fund. “It’s critical to slow down and give the road your full attention in
school zones. Not only does the small size of a child make them difficult to
see, they can also be unpredictable as they may not yet understand rules of the
road.”
During
drop-off times school zones can become extremely congested with traffic and
children, making it even more difficult to identify hazards. In 2014, there were
40 collisions in school zones in the province, resulting in 15 injuries.
When
it comes to children and vehicles, there is little margin for error. SGI
recommends motorists keep the following tips in mind when travelling in or near
school zones and playgrounds: · Reduce speed to the posted
limit and be prepared to stop.
· Familiarize yourself with
school zone locations and hours of operation. Unless you need to be in a school
zone, plan a different route.
· Avoid distractions and give
the road your full attention.
· Expect the unexpected and
drive carefully, even if you have the right of way.
· Use caution when
approaching or manoeuvring around school buses.
· Obey the direction of any
signage, traffic control devices or crossing guards.
Throughout
the 2016 school year, some school buses across the province will begin to use
exterior overhead amber flashing light systems when preparing to stop, in
addition to overhead red flashing lights that are used when a bus is stopped
to pick up or drop off students. The amber lights provide an
advanced warning to motorists, allowing them more time to slow down and safely
react. Bylaws dictating the use of warning lights (and school bus traffic
control devices, such as a stop arm) are dependent on the municipality. It’s
important to familiarize yourself with bylaws in your area.
Visit
SGI’s website at www.sgi.sk.ca to learn more about school zones or pedestrian safety.
Events:
Sunday from 1:00 pm with last entry at 6:00 pm, Trail admission - 12 and under $3.00, 13-17 $5.00,
adults $7.00, family rate for three or more kids $25.00.
Group bookings will be taken at the Town Office 547-2810, ask for Andrea.
All corn maze hours are weather permitting. - September 8th - Information and Registration night from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the Preeceville Community Hall. Free for the public to attend. All ages and intrests are welcome to check out organizations, sign up children for programs, and more. Coffee, juice and doughnuts will be served. A free kids movie will be playing in the dining area starting at 7:00pm. For more information or to register a table contact Andrea at the Preeceville Town Office 547-2810. - Please come and try the new golf driving range located at Annie Laurie Lake. Range balls can be picked up at Midtown for $5/bucket. - Oct 23rd - Kelsey Ecological Society presents "Western Painted Turtles in Saskatchewan" on Sunday, at 2:00 pm, Club 60, presenter Kelsey Marchant. Everyone Welcome. - Oct 27th - Lisa Brokop is one of the most nominated and award-winning female vocalists in Canadian country music history. Lisa has followed in the steps of many of the true legends of country music. - And as always if you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our Community Events Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca
- CANADA 150 CELEBRATION - PREECEVILLE Strong, Proud and Free In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. Preeceville Celebration will be August 4th, 5th and 6th, 2017. Watch for details as they become available. Canada’s 150th website: http://canada.pch.gc.ca/eng/1342792785740/1342793251811 Follow the Mayor on the town site at http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/default.aspx?page=65&cid=6 follow me on blogspot at http://mayorharris.blogspot.ca/
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