FAQs
Why is the City doing this survey?
The City is trying to gain insight into current community expectations towards vehicle speeds on local streets. The City is currently engaged in a review of the City’s Integrated Transport Strategy Element R8 – Speeds. This review will involve an analysis of industry trends inclusive of the current WA Road Safety Strategy and future directions.
What is the next step?
Once the review of the City’s Integrated Transport Strategy Element R8 – Speeds is completed, a Report that includes a summary of the community feedback will be presented to council. This report will also include recommendations to amend Local Area Traffic Management Schemes to deliver beneficial road safety outcomes.
Where can I read about the City’s Integrated Transport Strategy?
The full report can be viewed online here https://www.canning.wa.gov.au/CanningWebsite/media/Files/Residents/Engineering/ie-051-15_-_attachment_4.pdf
Where can I read about Western Australia’s Road Safety Strategy?
The full report can be viewed online here https://www.rsc.wa.gov.au/RSC/media/Documents/Driving-Change-Road-Safety-Strategy-WA-2020_1.pdf
Is the City going to lower the speed limit in my area?
No major decisions around speed limits would be implemented without further consultation with the community and Main Roads WA.
Is the City going to install speed bumps in my street?
No traffic calming devices would be installed without further consultation with the community.
My street is dangerous, what is the City going to do about it?
Your concerns will be raised with the relevant City Officer.
I have hoons on my street, what is the City going to do about it?
To report hoon behaviour, please contact the WA police https://www.police.wa.gov.au/Your-Safety/Antisocial-behaviour/Reporting-hoon-behaviour
Can I view the results of the survey?
Yes, a summary of the results will be presented in a report to Council which will be publicy available.