Cathedral speed limit: City of Regina changes limit to 40 km/h permanently [Video]

Beginning Aug. 12, the speed limit on a selection of streets in the Cathedral neighbourhood will be changed to 40 km/h permanently. It’s a move many in the area have been working to make possible.

On Tuesday, the City of Regina held a press conference where it announced the changes as well as what residents can expect.

Over the next few days, approximately 60 signs will be installed in the area, particularly where drivers enter and exit the neighborhood.

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The Regina Police Service (RPS) will be enforcing the new speeds on Monday but say there will be a grace period for drivers learning the new speeds.

The area regularly sees a high volume of vehicle and pedestrian traffic. The city says the reduced speed limit will lower the chances of traffic related fatalities.

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