Premier Doug Ford Responds to Criticism Over Size of Speed Camera Signs
Premier Doug Ford has hit back at criticism over the size of the new signs provided to municipalities to replace speed cameras, particularly in Toronto. Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow raised concerns about the limited number of signs allocated to the city’s 641 school zones, as well as the need for new poles to accommodate the larger signs.
Ford dismissed the accusations, stating that the issue lies with Toronto and Ottawa, insinuating a lack of competence in putting up the signs. He expressed amusement at the criticism, emphasizing that more signs will be delivered and pointing out the opportunity to install speed bumps as an alternative traffic calming measure.
The premier questioned why Toronto was not proceeding with speed bump installations, which are part of the province’s measures following the ban on speed cameras. Despite concerns raised by councillors in Brampton about potential blind spots due to the size of the signs, Ford remained firm in his stance.
Keyphrase: Speed Camera Signs