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The Township of Perth East has recently installed new pedestrian crossovers in Milverton and Shakespeare. These particular pedestrian crossovers are located on Mill Street East in Milverton, and Perth Road 107 in Shakespeare. The pedestrian crossover design follows the new guidelines for crosswalks and crossovers established by the Ministry of Transportation.
The new design for pedestrian crossovers standardizes the look, markings and expected use of crossovers. It also standardizes the consequence for drivers who make a crossover-related offense - up to a $500 fine and 3 demerit points. Drivers must stop at the yield line and wait until the pedestrian has fully crossed the road before proceeding.
You'll recognize a crossover by:
- Ladder markings
- Yield line (shark teeth markings)
- A "pedestrian" sign
- Flashing LED beacons
How to use crossovers
Drivers
- Stop behind the yield line when a pedestrian has indicated they want to cross
- Make eye contact to ensure the pedestrian sees you
- Wait until the pedestrian completely crosses the road before proceeding
- Failure to give the right of way to the person wanting to cross can result in a fine up to $500 and 3 demerit points
Pedestrians
- Push the button to activate the flashing lights, indicating you want to cross
- Wait for traffic to stop in both directions
- Make eye contact to ensure drivers see you
- Cross when it is safe to do so
Cyclists
- When riding with traffic, follow the rules for drivers
- When crossing, dismount and walk your bike across, following the rules for pedestrians