Calgary replaces dozens of street safety signs after they’re hit by vehicles [Video]

In-street signs meant to slow drivers down and keep pedestrians safe are having to be replaced at a rapid rate in Calgary because they’re being hit by vehicles.

The yield-to-pedestrian signs have been installed at crosswalks near all elementary schools in the city.

About a third of them have been replaced after being damaged — either accidentally or on purpose.

“We have had some indications that some of these are being intentionally damaged, which is obviously concerning when we’re putting out a safety device that is serving a purpose,” said Tony Churchill, senior leader of mobility safety with the City of Calgary.

The idea started as a pilot project outside 52 schools in 2020.

It was expanded last year to include every elementary school in Calgary, with installation fully completed this summer.

In-street signs meant to slow drivers down and keep pedestrians safe are having to be replaced at a …