Grande Prairie Enforcement Services is continuing its efforts to reduce noise nuisance of noise throughout the city by reminding truck drivers to avoid using retarder brakes within city limits.
The use of engine retarder brakes is prohibited within the City of Grande Prairie under the Noise, Nuisance, and Disturbances Bylaw and carries a $250 fine for violations.
Peace Officer Sergeant Ryan Hoffman says he and his team are stepping up enforcement on noise-related violations this year to improve the quality of life for residents by identifying truck drivers using engine brakes.
“Noise can travel far, especially at night,” he says. “We are urging truck drivers to refrain from using their Jake Brakes within the city as it does affect the enjoyment of residents living in areas near some of the major truck routes around our municipality.”
This announcement comes three months after GPES’ announcement in June, encouraging all drivers to watch out for excessive noise from their vehicles, and saying noise complaints have risen every spring in recent years.
