Safety Zones Requested

A request to improve pedestrian safety in the west end of Fort Frances.

Members of the town's Active Transportation Committee want a community safety zone declared between Legion Park and McIrvine Road, a school safety zone around J.W. Walker School and a crossing guard at Keating Avenue and Kings Highway.

Committee member OPP Constable Anne McCoy told council last night their support was important to improving safety in their area.

"I'd like to see the town take a pro-active approach when it comes to making a positive change in pedestrian safety for our kids," said McCoy. "I'd like see a start with this initiative and see how it grows."

McCoy says the committee been able to gain the support of other agencies with other safety initiatives for the area.