Enforcement Services

Parkland County Enforcement Services (PCES) is gearing up for an important traffic safety campaign during the month of June.

This campaign will focus on commercial vehicle safety and awareness aiming to enhance road safety by ensuring that commercial vehicles adhere to traffic regulations and operate safely within the community. By targeting these specific vehicles, the campaign seeks to reduce the risk of accidents and improve overall road safety for all Parkland County residents.

The Parkland County Enforcement traffic detail, as well as regular patrol officers, will be vigilant in identifying and addressing issues such as overloaded vehicles, improper maintenance, and unsafe driving practices. This proactive approach is designed to prevent potential hazards and ensure that commercial vehicles contribute to a safer driving environment. The community's cooperation is also welcome, and residents are encouraged to report any concerns or violations they observe.

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Peace Officers play a valuable role in Parkland County, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of county roads, communities, and infrastructure through the enforcement of Provincial statutes and Municipal bylaws.

Additional services include:

• Animal Services

• Monitoring traffic safety in school zones

• Patrolling residential areas, industrial areas and municipal parks to prevent break and enters, vandalism, and property damage

• Proactive partnerships within the community through Crime Watch/Prevention groups and school programs

• Targeting unsafe commercial vehicles including overweight and over-dimensional vehicles to protect local infrastructure

As you too get busier this summer, remember to pause and reflect on the amazing County of Parkland that we live in, work in, and enjoy. Maybe even pause and take a moment to admire the Northern Lights.

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Joint forces operations between Parkland County Peace Officers, Spruce Grove and Stony Plain Peace Officers, RCMP and the Sheriff's department are crucial for maintaining public safety and order. These collaborative efforts involve traffic enforcement, coordinated patrols, investigations, and emergency response activities.

As an example, a recent JFO with the Sheriff's department targeted speeding vehicles on Highway 16, west of Range Road 20. These are the statistics from that single operation...

37 Violators received 43 Tickets, including:

- Speeding (speeds up to 150km/hr)

- Distracted Driving

- Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Regulation violations

- Registration / License plate / Documentation violations

By working together, local agencies can share resources, expertise and information, leading to more effective traffic enforcement, crime prevention and resolution. This teamwork ensures a unified approach to law enforcement, enhancing community trust and providing a safer environment for all Parkland County residents.

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Osborne Acres...Help Keep It a Safe and Quiet Community

Osborne Acres is a peaceful subdivision located on the Northwest edge of the Acheson Industrial Park. Because this is a residential community, only residents are permitted to drive their vehicles on the local streets. This means that people who work at nearby businesses are not permitted to use the roads through Osborne Acres to get to and from their jobs. Signs are also posted at access points to the area that clearly state, "Local Traffic Only" and "No Thru Traffic" to remind everyone of this.

These signs help keep the neighborhood quiet and safe for the people who live there. By limiting traffic to residents, Osborne Acres ensures that there are fewer cars on the roads, making it a great place for families to walk, bike, and play outside without worrying about lots of vehicles passing through.

Please keep Osborne Acres safe and fun for their residents by observing these signs and finding alternate routes to and from your workplace in Acheson. Thank you!

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Understanding Elder Abuse

Elder abuse is any action or inaction by someone in a trusting relationship that harms the health or well-being of an older adult. Elder abuse can happen to anyone, regardless of their background or circumstances. Indicators of elder abuse can include unexplained injuries, sudden changes in behavior, or unusual financial transactions.

Types of Elder Abuse

1. Financial Abuse: This involves the misuse of an older adult's funds or property through fraud, trickery, theft, or force. It can include unauthorized use of bank accounts, credit cards, or coercing the elder into signing documents.

2. Emotional Abuse: Actions or statements that threaten, intimidate, or humiliate an older adult fall under emotional abuse. This can include verbal assaults, harassment, or isolating the elder from friends and family.

3. Physical Abuse: Physical abuse includes any actions that cause physical discomfort, pain, or injury to an older adult. This can range from hitting, slapping, or pushing to more severe forms of violence.

4. Sexual Abuse: Unwanted sexual behavior directed at an older adult, including sexual comments, fondling, or sexual assault, constitutes sexual abuse. This type of abuse can be particularly traumatic and damaging.

5. Neglect: Neglect is the intentional or unintentional failure to provide for an older adult's basic needs, such as food, shelter, medical care, and hygiene. It can lead to severe health issues and a decline in the elder's overall well-being.

6. Medicinal Abuse: This involves the intentional or unintentional misuse of medications, such as withholding necessary drugs, overdosing, sedating, or stealing medications. Proper medication management is crucial for the health of older adults.

By learning about elder abuse, we can better protect our older loved ones and ensure they live safely and with dignity. Understanding these types of elder abuse is essential for recognizing and preventing them.

For more information or to report local Elder Abuse, contact Tri-Region Elder Abuse (TREA) @ 780-962-7618, or contact Elder Abuse Alberta @ Elder abuse – Get help | Alberta.ca

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As the weather warms up, more motorcyclists take to the roads. The Motorcycle Safety and Awareness campaign aims to educate both motorcyclists and drivers about the importance of sharing the road responsibly. Enforcement agencies will be conducting various activities, including safety checks, awareness programs, and community outreach, to ensure that everyone understands the rules and practices safe driving habits.

Motorcyclists are encouraged to wear appropriate protective gear, maintain their bikes, and follow traffic laws diligently. Drivers, on the other hand, are reminded to check blind spots, signal intentions clearly, and give motorcyclists ample space. By working together, we can reduce accidents and make Alberta's roads safer for everyone.

Let's embrace Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month with a commitment to protecting lives and fostering a culture of safety. Remember, safety starts with you!

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Did you know that of the 498 tickets issued in April by Parkland County Enforcement, 335 of them (over 67%) were for speeding?! Speeding remains a significant concern in Alberta, contributing to numerous traffic accidents and fatalities each year. During the month of April, law enforcement officers throughout the province have stepped up patrols for speeding violations.

As part of the Provincial Traffic Safety Campaign, Alberta Transportation and local law enforcement agencies have been working together to raise awareness about the dangers of speeding. Excessive speed reduces reaction times, increases stopping distances, and diminishes the effectiveness of safety features like seatbelts and airbags.

By highlighting these risks, the campaign aims to encourage drivers to adhere to speed limits and drive responsibly to protect themselves and others on the road. Through these combined efforts, law enforcement agencies throughout Alberta aim to foster a culture of safe driving and reduce the prevalence of speeding-related accidents.

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Using Off Highway Vehicles (OHVs) for recreational purposes can be a lot of fun, but OHVs have the potential for personal injury or even death. This is why Parkland County Peace Officers educate users about municipal bylaws and provincial acts relating to proper OHV use and safety precautions.

Can you ride your OHV in a Subdivision or Hamlet?

OHVs are allowed only on the road surface and not in the ditch. This does not include provincial highways or ditches along provincial highways. The maximum speed limit while riding on a road surface is 30 km/hr. Check here to find out which subdivisions and land areas do NOT allow OHV travel.

Also, OHV operators should not ride on other people's property unless they have received permission from the property owner. Unauthorized riding is:

· Trespassing

· Against the law

· Damaging to crops, fences, and other valuable items

Parkland County Peace Officers are active on our Enforcement Services OHVs throughout the seasons, and also make proactive patrols in our patrol vehicles. Officers interact with riders and use a combination of education and enforcement when dealing with OHV operators. For more information, residents can find more details at OHV use in Parkland County.

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