Saanich council has decided not to pursue a noise-camera pilot project at this time due to staff workload, but will consider it in the future. The idea was proposed by Coun. Teale Phelps Bondaroff to address noise pollution and its negative impacts on health and well-being.
Loud vehicles in Saanich were given a reprieve this week after Saanich council opted not to direct staff to look into the possibility of launching a noise-camera pilot project . Noting district staff already have a heavy workload, council opted to refer the idea to its strategic planning process to see how it might fit into the work plan down the line.
Mayor Dean Murdock said council is expecting an update on its strategic priorities this spring and at that point might learn where noise cameras fit into the mix. “What we’re mindful of is that there are a number of priorities that council has requested staff work on as part of our strategic plan and we want to ensure if we’re adding a new item, that we’re not overwhelming staff with requests,” he said. The idea of establishing a pilot project for noise cameras came from Coun. Teale Phelps Bondaroff, who said it’s important to tackle noise pollution, which has been linked to adverse health and social impacts, including stress, cardiovascular problems and disturbed slee
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