Township of Severn begins 90-day notification period for automated speed enforcement cameras

With a focus on public safety, the Township of Severn is moving forward with the next phase in the implementation of its Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) program.

Signage has been installed in designated Community Safety Zones, and enforcement will begin in September following the mandatory 90-day public awareness period, ensuring that residents and motorists are informed well in advance of the start of implementation.

"Coming Soon" signs have been installed within sections of the following roads located in our designated Community Safety Zones:

• Division Road West (Marchmont Public School)
• Gray Street (Coldwater Public School)
• Cumberland Road (Severn Shores Public School)
• Coldwater Road 
• Muskoka Street north
• River Street
• Burnside Line

This is a key step in the implementation of the program, with cameras expected to be operational in 90 days. The ASE system, using speed enforcement cameras in community safety zones, is designed to encourage safer driving habits and protect pedestrians, cyclists, and other road users.  The ASE program aligns with provincial legislation and supports municipal efforts to reduce speed-related collisions and improve overall road safety.

The Automated Speed Enforcement program is an important step in making our neighbourhoods safer for everyone as our community grows and traffic volumes increase. Council is committed to keeping our community safe, and this program is a reminder that each and every single person driving, whether a resident, a visitor, or a heavy truck operator, needs to slow down and obey the posted speed limit, especially near schools and in our Community Safety Zones – the places where our children and residents live and play.

Mayor Mike Burkett

Background

In 2024, Council approved the ASE program as part of Severn's broader commitment to traffic safety. Following this decision, staff determined the most effective locations for ASE deployment, focusing on school and community safety zones. These zones are identified within the Community Safety Zone By-law (By-law 2025-27). 

Since approval of the ASE program, Severn has:

• coordinated with provincial ministries, utility, and service providers to ensure compliance
• identified and designated six Community Safety Zones as priority camera locations based on speed and safety data
• installed the required 90-day advance notification signage to inform the public before the start of enforcement

With these steps in place, the Township will start speed enforcement using the ASE cameras in early fall. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about the ASE program by viewing the FAQ, including the cost of the program, how funds collected from the program will be used, and how you can stay informed on our Automated Speed Enforcement page.

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