Published Friday, 03 October, 2008 at 01:50 PM
Minister for Main Roads and Local Government
The Honourable Warren Pitt
Roma flicks the switch for safety
Roma's first set of traffic lights will be turned this afternoon, weeks ahead of schedule, Main Roads Minister Warren Pitt said today.
Mr Pitt said Main Roads would “flick the switch' on the lights – at the intersection of Quintin and McDowall streets – this afternoon, signalling immediate operation of the first lights of their kind in the south-west region.
"Motorists, pedestrians and cyclists in Roma will now be able to experience safer traffic flow as a result of the installation of traffic signals," Mr Pitt said.
"The work is jointly funded from the Federal Government's Black Spot program and the State Government's Safer Roads Sooner program, and is an excellent example of how the two governments are working together to improve road safety.
"Our construction arm, RoadTek, has worked hard to complete works on the $700,000 intersection upgrade project so quickly.
"Main Roads is pleased to be able to open the intersection much earlier than expected, with the final light sensor loops being installed ahead of schedule."
Mr Pitt said an additional benefit of the new signals was that they also included environmentally-friendly, eco-efficient lights.
"The new signals include the latest light-emitting diodes (LEDs), which are 70 per cent more energy efficient than previous lights and have a longer life span. The lights are also brighter, which will improve visibility for road users," he said.
"LEDs are becoming more commonly used in torches, car brake lights and electronic equipment. By using them in traffic signals, Main Roads is also showing support for the use of more energy-efficient and environmentally responsible technology.
"We anticipate all finishing touches to the project will be completed by the end of this month."
Main Roads Regional Director Peter Evans, representing Mr Pitt at the official traffic switch, said the local community and businesses were to be commended for their patience and understanding during construction works.
"I would like to personally thank the Roma and south-west regional communities for working with Main Roads on this important road upgrade project," Mr Evans said.
"Through their co-operation and assistance in driving to changed traffic conditions and obeying traffic directions, we have been able to provide the region with its first set of traffic lights to cater for growth in the region well into the future," he said.
Work on the Quintin and McDowall intersection forms part of a series of intersection upgrades in Roma, aimed at improving safety and reducing the risk of crashes at key locations in the town.
Media contact: Minister Pitt’s Office 3227 8819
Mr Pitt said Main Roads would “flick the switch' on the lights – at the intersection of Quintin and McDowall streets – this afternoon, signalling immediate operation of the first lights of their kind in the south-west region.
"Motorists, pedestrians and cyclists in Roma will now be able to experience safer traffic flow as a result of the installation of traffic signals," Mr Pitt said.
"The work is jointly funded from the Federal Government's Black Spot program and the State Government's Safer Roads Sooner program, and is an excellent example of how the two governments are working together to improve road safety.
"Our construction arm, RoadTek, has worked hard to complete works on the $700,000 intersection upgrade project so quickly.
"Main Roads is pleased to be able to open the intersection much earlier than expected, with the final light sensor loops being installed ahead of schedule."
Mr Pitt said an additional benefit of the new signals was that they also included environmentally-friendly, eco-efficient lights.
"The new signals include the latest light-emitting diodes (LEDs), which are 70 per cent more energy efficient than previous lights and have a longer life span. The lights are also brighter, which will improve visibility for road users," he said.
"LEDs are becoming more commonly used in torches, car brake lights and electronic equipment. By using them in traffic signals, Main Roads is also showing support for the use of more energy-efficient and environmentally responsible technology.
"We anticipate all finishing touches to the project will be completed by the end of this month."
Main Roads Regional Director Peter Evans, representing Mr Pitt at the official traffic switch, said the local community and businesses were to be commended for their patience and understanding during construction works.
"I would like to personally thank the Roma and south-west regional communities for working with Main Roads on this important road upgrade project," Mr Evans said.
"Through their co-operation and assistance in driving to changed traffic conditions and obeying traffic directions, we have been able to provide the region with its first set of traffic lights to cater for growth in the region well into the future," he said.
Work on the Quintin and McDowall intersection forms part of a series of intersection upgrades in Roma, aimed at improving safety and reducing the risk of crashes at key locations in the town.
Media contact: Minister Pitt’s Office 3227 8819