York improves local road safety
York Region is introducing enhanced pavement markings in school zones to encourage drivers to slow down and improve school zone safety, as part of York Region’s Vision Zero Traveller Safety Plan.
Work is taking place throughout July and August. New features include:
Speed reduction pavement markings (optical speed bars) to signal drivers to slow down.
Wider, more visible pavement markings, including centre lines, lane lines and edge lines, helping drivers better understand lane position and road alignment.
“Do Not Block” pavement markings at school entrances to improve access and visibility (where applicable).
Upgraded school zone markings.
These enhancements are part of a pilot project being introduced in nine school zones across the Region in 2026, including King City Secondary School and King City Public School in King Township.
Upgrades will be completed before students return to school in September, and access to schools will not be impacted.
For general inquiries, call 1-877-464-9675 or email transportation@york.ca.
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