Surrey council approves three new roundabouts and an intersection upgrade to improve traffic safety and flow in Newton and Cloverdale.
Council Greenlights New Traffic Infrastructure
At a regular council meeting on July 14, Surrey City Council approved the construction of three new roundabouts and one upgraded intersection. The $2.3 million contract aims to reduce congestion and improve road safety in key neighbourhoods.
Focus on Community-Informed Locations
The approved roundabouts will be built at 68th Avenue & 134th Street and 76th Avenue & 148th Street—both in Newton—and at 54th Avenue & 188th Street in Cloverdale. Additionally, a southbound right-turn lane will be added at 64th Avenue and 148th Street. Two of the new sites were selected based on community feedback through the Focus Newton public engagement initiative.
Mayor Emphasizes Safety and Mobility
“This council is committed to investing not only in major road projects but also in local communities to keep traffic moving and make our streets safer,” said Mayor Brenda Locke in a city-issued statement. She noted that the roundabouts were chosen in response to resident concerns and will help make neighbourhoods more walkable and crash-resistant.
Engineering for Safer Streets
According to Surrey’s Director of Transportation Rafael Villerreal, roundabouts are proven to reduce vehicle speeds and serious collisions. “Roundabouts are a safe and efficient way to manage traffic,” he stated. “They outperform stop signs and signals in both flow and safety.”
Building on Previous Projects
The announcement follows the recent installation of a major roundabout at 88th Avenue and Harvie Road in Port Kells. That project was launched with a groundbreaking ceremony in February and reflects Surrey’s broader push to modernize road infrastructure as the city continues to grow.
Public Education and Compliance
With the rise of new roundabouts, the City of Surrey is reminding drivers of key rules: yield to traffic already in the circle, drive counterclockwise, use turn signals, and watch for pedestrians and cyclists. Educational materials and updates are available at surrey.ca/roundabouts.
A City Planning for the Future
“These projects are part of our commitment to keep people moving and build infrastructure for the future,” Mayor Locke said. With Surrey projected to become the largest city in British Columbia, officials say proactive transportation planning is essential to support sustainable growth.
