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Cologne Introduces Speed Limit Signs Near Schools and Nursing Homes
In an effort to improve pedestrian safety, particularly for children and elderly residents, the city of Cologne has introduced new speed limit signs around sensitive areas such as schools, kindergartens, and nursing homes.
The speed limits in these areas have been reduced to 30 km/h or lower to minimize accident risks and enhance reaction time for drivers. The Traffic Safety Council and the Cologne Ordnance Office are leading this initiative, with the support of the city's Traffic Management Office.
The first signs were installed in Weidenpesch, in front of the Florian School and a neighboring kindergarten on Neusser Street. This installation was carried out by volunteer traffic cadets from the Traffic Safety Council Youth. Initial readings suggest that most drivers comply with the new speed limits.
Ralf Mayer, head of the Cologne Ordnance Office, emphasizes the approach of raising awareness rather than issuing fines. The signs not only serve as a reminder for drivers to adhere to the speed limit but also count traffic, helping the city with future planning.
The signs feature a green smiling smiley or a thumbs-up if the driver complies with the speed limit. For those who exceed the limit, no fines will be issued at this time. However, the city plans to expand these zones based on accident data and community feedback, possibly incorporating additional measures like better signage, road markings, and physical traffic calming infrastructure.
The city of Cologne is installing ten new speed limit signs, with applications for 11 more deployment sites already submitted. Specific suggestions for further locations can be reported directly to the Traffic Safety Council via their website: www.verkehrswacht-our website/gat.
For precise details on Cologne's current efforts and plans, including exact locations and official impact assessments, it is recommended to consult Cologne city traffic authority announcements or local government press releases.
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- As part of their initiative to prioritize science, safety, and health-and-wellness, the city of Cologne has begun implementing advanced traffic management strategies, utilizing technologies like smart speed limit signs, traffic counting systems, and community feedback platforms to encourage a culture of wellness and responsible driving.
