Speeding in school zones, SQ tests new pilot project with kids and speedometer backpacks
Posted October 31, 2022 12:55 pm.
Last Updated October 31, 2022 2:59 pm.
A new pilot project, called ‘Living Speedometer,’ was rolled out in Hudson on Monday morning, to remind motorists of who they are endangering when they’re speeding in school zones.
The Sûreté du Québec (SQ) placed five speedometers on the backs of young students.
The digital backpacks show motorists how fast they are going when they drive by the kids.
“Around schools, safety is a priority and we need to make sure that drivers, parents that drive around, and citizens, lower their speed,” said Sgt. Nicole Champagne, spokesperson SQ.
(CREDIT: Matt Tornabene/CityNews)
(CREDIT: Matt Tornabene/CityNews)
Inspired initially by an awareness campaign of the Société de l’Assurance Automobile du Québec (SAAQ) and then by the acquisition of the tool by the Service de police de la Ville de Laval, the Sûreté du Québec has developed five live speedometers for operations throughout its territory.
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CAA-Quebec says that 92 per cent in Quebec City and 96 per cent in Montreal is how many motorists are driving too fast in school zones, according to their latest spot checks.
Both provincial and municipal governments have made efforts to improve safety in school zones, CAA-Quebec says. “Bill 22 clearly sets out the criteria for establishing a school zone, and fines for speeding in school zones have doubled. But there is still a lot of work left to do,” they add in a press release.
“We’re deeply concerned about speeding in school zones. It’s a terrible idea to put children’s lives at risk just so you can save a few seconds. Think twice before you speed!” Marco Harrison, Director, CAA-Quebec Foundation.
