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Solar-Powered Crosswalks
Solar-powered crosswalks use solar-powered flashing lights when in use, making them more visible and safer for pedestrians.
The Town of Cochrane currently has 13 solar-powered crosswalks. In 2018, staff evaluated 11 existing crosswalks and identified eight locations appropriate for enhancement with solar-powered crossings (evaluation criteria below).
The Town’s 2019-2021 capital and operating budgets includes funding to install two crosswalk enhancements per year (other locations may be included within capital projects). Please note: locations are subject to change based on budgets and emerging priorities.
| Location | Anticipated timing |
|---|---|
| George Fox Trail & Crawford Drive | Completed |
| Sunset Common & Sunset Blvd | Completed |
| Mid-block crossing (near Holy Spirit School at First St E) | Completed |
| River Heights Dr & Ridge Gate | 2020 |
| Sundown Rd mid-block | 2020 |
| Railway St near the Cochrane Public Library | 2020 (included within Capital project) |
| Sunset Way & Sunset Park | 2021 |
| Sunvallley Rd mid-block | 2021 |
| Sunset Dr & Sunset Point | 2021 |
| Quigley Dr & West Terrace Cr | 2022 |
| Centre Ave & Powell St | 2022 (included within Capital project) |
There is also funding in 2019 to evaluate locations around RanchView School.
What’s included in evaluations?
To qualify for installation, a location must meet the Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) Pedestrian Control Guide and local crossing considerations. Evaluations check for proximity to schools/playgrounds and seniors’ facilities, pathway connections and any history of collisions.
To suggest a location for further consideration, please email roads@cochrane.ca or call Operational Facilities at 403-851-2590.