Push to reduce speed on Wellington Crescent [Video]

Thomas Koop jogs down Wellington Crescent three to four times a week and sometimes rides his bike here too.

He enjoys the summer months, when the speed limit is reduced from 50 km/h to 30 km/h on this stretch, because it’s a seasonal bike route.

“I liked it. I mean, it’s not too long of a street, and I don’t think it’s a huge deal if drivers are a little bit slower if it keeps everyone safer,” said Koop.

Now a push is on at city hall to keep the speed limit lower year-round, until safety is improved.

“I think it makes sense. People still use the street in the winters, so yeah, if it’s 30 km/h in the summer, there’s no reason it can’t be 30 km/h in the winter.” 

A motion from Coun. Sherri Rollins said the city should lower the limit to 30 km/h on Wellington from …