The Bashaw RCMP is following up on a reminder from 2023 involving drivers’ Main Street parking habits.
In a release issued April 12, the detachment notes that crossing the double-solid line from one side of Main Street to park on the other is not allowed.
“This also included drivers backing out across the double solid line when leaving their parking spot,” said acting Cpl. Neilson, in the release.
“Last summer this resulted in several collisions due to the fact vehicles from both sides of the road were trying to park or leave a designated parking spot at the same time.”
The double solid lines down Main Street have been repainted so that they are clearly visible; drivers who continue to cross the double solid line will be ticketed by Bashaw RCMP or Camrose County Peace Officer who will be taking “a zero-tolerance approach.”
Under The Use of Highway and Rules of the Road Regulations, a ticket for crossing the double solid line will cost a driver $243.
“Drivers are free to make a safe U-turn and any intersection not controlled by lights or where prohibited by a sign,” concluded Neilson, in the release.