Traffic safety remains a paramount concern in our neighborhoods, and as members of the Oak Ridges Neighbourhood Watch (ORNW), we play a crucial role by reporting reckless drivers.

 

Here’s how you can contribute:

 

1. Emergency Situations:

   • If you believe a driver poses an immediate threat due to:

     • Impairment

     • Erratic or aggressive driving

     • Road rage behavior

     • Immediate danger to the public

   • Call 9-1-1 promptly.

      

2. Road Watch Reports:

   • If you witness another vehicle being operated unsafely (e.g., speeding, running stop signs, ignoring red lights, failing to signal lane changes):

     • Submit a Road Watch report: File Road Watch Complaint

     • Include the license plate of the other vehicle, a description of the incident, and the time and location.

     • Attach any relevant photos or videos you may have.

        

3. Community Concerns:

   • If you notice an area within your community that requires police attention (e.g., a frequently ignored stop sign, consistent speeding):

     • Submit a community concern online: Submit community concern

     • Your input matters!

        

4. Promote Safe Driving:

   • You and fellow drivers can contribute to the goals of York Regional Police by:

     • Practicing safe driving habits.

     • Being considerate of others on the road.

     • Advocating road safety whenever possible.

        

5. City Initiatives:

   • Richmond Hill has launched the Traffic Safety and Operations Strategy, which involves:

     • Implementing 18 traffic calming measures.

     • Establishing 86 community safety zones.

   • This marks the first step toward ongoing improvements in traffic safety.

 

Learn more about the Ward 1 initiatives: Ward 1 Traffic Calming Measures

 

To report a non-emergency traffic concern or request more information about traffic signals and signage in Richmond Hill, email traffic.inquiries@richmondhill.ca.