The Transport Accident Commission (TAC) has launched a grants program aimed at helping local Councils improve road safety.
Minister for Roads and Road Safety, Ben Carroll said the program was about empowering locals to address the road safety issues that mattered in their communities.
In a statement, Road Safety Senior Manager at TAC, Michael Nieuwesteeg said local Councils could apply for grants of up to $30,000 for analysis projects, and up to $100,000 for safety upgrades.
“Road trauma can have a long-lasting impact on communities and it’s crucial we’re all playing our part to improve safety for all road users,” Mr Nieuwesteeg said
“By working with local Councils we can ensure safety improvements are happening where they’re most needed and we’re moving towards reaching zero deaths or serious injuries on our roads,” he said.
Mr Nieuwesteeg said the program offered local Councils the opportunity to apply for funding for a range of projects including low-cost infrastructure treatments, which addressed cyclist or pedestrian road safety issues; trial of innovative treatments, including evaluations and safety infrastructure; and analysis of pedestrian and cyclist road safety issues and risk factors.
He said Councils which received grants through last year’s program included Darebin City Council to increase the number of students using active transport to and from school; Hume City Council for the installation of pedestrian operating signals; and Mount Alexander Shire to develop designs for a pedestrian crossing treatment.
