Traffic Safety Advisory Committee

WHEREAS the Town of Caledon is committed to road safety. WHEREAS Caledon functions as a significant hub for commercial motor vehicle traffic, supporting regional transportation, construction, and goods movement. Given this volume, and the public interest and community expectations around CMV enforcement and roadway safety, the ability to conduct effective and visible enforcement within the municipality is increasingly important. WHEREAS The Caledon OPP Detachment currently has trained CVSA inspectors who regularly conduct CMV enforcement, and access to this equipment would enhance the ability to address safety concerns related to overweight and unsafe commercial vehicles. WHEREAS Portable HENNI scales would allow officers to conduct accurate roadside weight assessments without relying on fixed scale locations. This capability is particularly relevant as overweight and improperly loaded vehicles present safety risks to the public and contribute to accelerated roadway and infrastructure wear. WHEREAS The availability of these scales would support:  Improved roadway safety through the identification of unsafe CMVs  More efficient enforcement by enabling on-site inspections  Reduced infrastructure impact caused by overweight vehicles Traffic Safety Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes Monday, February 2, 2026 Page 3 of 3  Consistent and visible compliance enforcement  Effective utilization of existing CVSA-trained officers assigned to Caledon WHEREAS this equipment would repre