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Quinte West Council approves resolution to calm traffic on Old Hwy 2

By Hailey MacDonald Aug 13, 2025 | 7:54 PM

The City of Quinte West is moving forward with plans to slow traffic along Highway 2.

At Wednesday’s council meeting, members reviewed a proposal to install solar-powered speed display signs and designate a community safety zone on Old Highway 2, between RCAF Road and Quinte View Drive.

The resolution read as follows:

That Council receive Staff Report 25-007 PWES by Chris Angelo, Interim Chief Administrative Officer regarding “Old Highway 2 Traffic Calming Measures Proposal” for information; and

That Council approve the installation of solar speed signs along Old Highway 2 between RCAF Road and Quinte View Drive; and

That Council approve the designation of a Community Safety Zone between RCAF Road and Quinte View Drive; and

In addition, a MADD memorial sign will be placed along that section of road in honour of the two young women killed in a collision by an impaired driver in said area.

Following a short discussion, council voted to approve the motion.