The Town of Drumheller will seek feedback from residents affected by changes to traffic signs on 7 Avenue SE and 1 Street SW after concerns were raised over recent stop sign placements there.
Stop signs were reversed at the intersection last month, with stopping switched from east-west bound traffic to now stopping traffic running north and south. Administration made the changes for safety reasons, saying north and south bound traffic typically moved faster than east-west traffic.
Residents voiced concern over the changes, saying many drivers were not used to the change and were seen regularly driving through the relocated stop signs.
Mayor Heather Colberg says its an important meeting and urges nearby residents to attend the open house to have their voices heard.
“People should have a voice, they're the ones who have to determines what's safe for the families. I'm happy administration has opened it up to come give their opinion,” Colberg said.
“Those not living there should not speak for those living there.”
While the town will be seeking public feedback to help make a decision, there was talk at the July 3 committee of the whole meeting of turning the intersection into a four-way stop.
The open house will be held at the Badlands Community Facility from 6:30 to 7:30 pm on Thursday, July 26. The town is also conducting an online survey to gather feedback which can be found here.
