Whereas intersection safety is a matter of paramount importance for the well-being and security of for the residents and visitors in British Columbia; And whereas intersection safety cameras have been proven to reduce the incidents of traffic violations, collisions, and fatalities at high-risk intersections across various jurisdictions; And whereas several local governments across British Columbia have expressed the desire to install intersection safety cameras at key intersections to enhance road safety and reduce traffic related incidents: Therefore be it resolved that UBCM supports the installation of intersection safety cameras at the request of local governments in BC; And be it further resolved that UBCM urge the provincial government to provide the necessary funding and resources to facilitate the installation, maintenance, and operation of intersection safety cameras in local governments that request them.
