Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Yes, the increase in traffic will likely start fairly soon, within the month, because of the transportation of materials for the BHP mine will commence the moment the winter road is open at the end of the Ingraham Trail. Like the honourable Minister, I have experienced trucks driving on the Ingraham Trail. Because the trail is very narrow, it is very, very important that the speed limits, et cetera, be adhered to. I am wondering if the Minister can look at beefing up highway patrols and ensure that the speed limits are adhered to, specifically and certainly during that particular period of two months. I believe it is, from start of February to the end of March, when it is likely the most dangerous, and my question for the Minister would be, can he look at beefing up highway patrols during that period, and to also address Mr. Erasmus' concern at that time to check that lights are on. After all, we have passed legislation to that effect. Thank you.
Jake Ootes on Question 95-13(4): Safety Concerns Regarding Highway No. 3 Between Yellowknife And Rae
In the Legislative Assembly on January 23rd, 1997. See this statement in context.
Supplementary To Question 95-13(4): Safety Concerns Regarding Highway No. 3 Between Yellowknife And Rae
Question 95-13(4): Safety Concerns Regarding Highway No. 3 Between Yellowknife And Rae
Item 6: Oral Questions
January 22nd, 1997
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