The Concerns
The Petition
Campaign Overview
The intersection of 202 Street and 86 Avenue has become a critical safety concern for pedestrians in Langley. Located next to the Carvolth Transit Exchange and Highway 1 off-ramp, this busy three-way stop sees high volumes of vehicle traffic while lacking adequate safety infrastructure.
On April 26, 2025, Strong Towns Langley launched a community petition campaign asking the Township to install a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) as an immediate safety measure while waiting for the planned signalization project.
Over 107 days the poster was displayed (until August 11, 2025), we collected the majority of responses. But remarkably, responses continued arriving even after the poster was removed. Community members had photographed the QR code and shared the petition link with friends and neighbours, demonstrating genuine grassroots concern about this intersection.
In total, 127 responses document safety concerns, near-misses, and in some cases, people who have actually been struck by vehicles at this intersection.
Our Petition Poster: Displayed at the intersection from April 26 to August 11, 2025, collecting 127 community responses.
Location & Context
This three-way stop sits adjacent to the Carvolth Transit Exchange and the Highway 1 HOV ramps, creating a convergence of pedestrian, transit, and vehicle traffic.
Trail Gap: The red dotted line shows an incomplete section of the Willoughby Trail. This gap forces pedestrians who would otherwise use the trail and pedestrian overpass to instead walk through the dangerous 202 & 86 intersection, increasing foot traffic at an already problematic crossing.
The pedestrian overpass north of the intersection
Response Analysis
Issues Reported by Category
Note: Responses may fall into multiple categories based on content analysis.
Download the Data
All Petition Responses
Download the complete dataset of 127 petition responses including timestamps, postal codes, and community stories.
83% of respondents are from the immediate Langley area (V2Y, V1M, V4N postal codes).
Download Responses (CSV)Contains timestamp, postal code, and story text only.
Response Timeline
Petition responses were collected from April 26 to September 5, 2025. The highest response rate occurred in May 2025 when the poster had maximum visibility. Notably, responses continued arriving in August and September even after the poster was removed on August 11, evidence of community word-of-mouth sharing.
Community Stories
What People Told Us
These are real stories from real people who use this intersection. Names have been removed to protect privacy.
"I almost died walking with my newborn son here. If it happens, please make sure you reference this petition."
"I have been actually hit twice crossing this intersection as a pedestrian in the last 24 months. It is constantly clogged with traffic and pitch black in the winter. As more condos are going up it will only get worse."
"My adult son has been hit by cars twice in this intersection, as a pedestrian."
"As a Langley resident, I know how dangerous this intersection is. My friend was hit by a right turning vehicle while almost finished crossing at a crosswalk, and still suffering because of the injuries. I've had many close calls myself, especially with cars speeding through left turns without regard for pedestrians. I always feel nervous when crossing. We need an RRFB now before something worse happens."
"I have almost been hit over 6 times, I have witnessed almost the same number of close calls. Drivers do not pay attention and accelerate heavily through the intersection. It scares me every time I am there day or night. My wife is terrified of this intersection. It is insanely dangerous. It is busy all day and usually into 7/8 o'clock. This issue needs to be fixed ASAP before someone is seriously injured or worse. Mark my words it is an eventuality that something terrible happens at this intersection."
"We walk across this intersection weekly (myself with a stroller) and have encountered multiple almost accidents between various vehicles. We've almost been hit twice while crossing. Drivers cannot seem to understand this intersection and having more visibility for pedestrians would be greatly beneficial."
These are just 6 of the 94 stories shared by community members.
Official Plans
Township's Approved Design (July 2024)
The Township of Langley approved a capital project to improve this intersection as part of the broader 86 Avenue (200 Street to 202 Street) widening project.
On July 15, 2024, Council authorized $3.8 million to construct:
- A full traffic signal with pedestrian crosswalks at 202 Street
- A second traffic signal at 201 Street
- Four vehicle travel lanes with bike lanes and multi-use paths
- Protected pedestrian infrastructure throughout
Construction began December 1, 2025 and is expected to be complete by Fall 2026.
View 86 Avenue Design Report (July 2024 / Report 24-133)Capital Funding Request Report 24-133
$3.4M + $400K for boulevard reconstruction
Approved Conceptual Design
Click to enlarge. Source: Township of Langley Report 24-133, Attachment A
Congestion Solutions
The Congestion Problem
Beyond pedestrian safety, this intersection creates significant traffic congestion that backs up onto Highway 1. Our viral video explaining the problem garnered over 30,000 views across platforms.
YouTube Shorts
Our analysis of the congestion problem at this intersection and potential solutions.
Watch on YouTubeTikTok
The same video reached over 30,000 views on TikTok, showing widespread community interest.
Watch on TikTokVideo Key Points
The video demonstrates how the three-way stop creates gridlock that backs up onto Highway 1, affecting both local traffic and buses. Using Cities: Skylines 2 simulation, we show that converting to a roundabout, rather than the currently planned traffic signal, would better handle traffic flow, especially when 202 Street is eventually extended southward.
Why Not a Roundabout?
Our video analysis suggests that a roundabout would be the optimal solution for this intersection, particularly given:
- The adjacent roundabout at the Highway 1 off-ramp (roundabouts work best in sequence)
- Future extension of 202 Street northward
- High vehicle volumes from multiple directions
- Need for continuous traffic flow to prevent highway backup
Why Roundabouts Are Safer for Pedestrians
- Lower vehicle speeds: Petition responses repeatedly mention drivers "accelerating heavily through the intersection" at the current 3-way stop. Roundabouts naturally slow traffic to 25-30 km/h through their geometry, not through signs that can be ignored. At these speeds, a pedestrian struck has a 90%+ survival rate compared to less than 20% at 50 km/h.
- Simpler decision-making for drivers: At the current 3-way stop, drivers must judge when it's their turn while watching for vehicles from multiple directions, often leading to the confusion and "rolling stops" documented in our petition responses. A signalized intersection adds complexity too: drivers must simultaneously monitor signal changes, check for pedestrians in crosswalks, and watch for turning vehicles. At a roundabout, pedestrian crossings are set back from the circle. Drivers cross the crosswalk first, then focus solely on yielding to circulating traffic. This separation reduces cognitive load and the "missed pedestrian" incidents we're hearing about.
- Less driver frustration: The current 3-way stop creates the gridlock shown in our video, backing up onto Highway 1. One of the petition respondants noted how it "is always crowded and it is getting worse and worse over time. Traffic always reach the highway roundabout access which increases driver's rage." Even a traffic signal will create stop-and-go delays. Roundabouts provide continuous traffic flow, meaning fewer long waits. Patient, less frustrated drivers are more likely to yield courteously to pedestrians than drivers who've been stuck in congestion or sitting through multiple signal cycles.
However, roundabouts on arterial roads are not currently supported by Township of Langley policy. The Township's transportation standards and Master Transportation Plan generally default to traffic signals for arterial intersections.
Our Long-Term Goal
We're using these petition responses as part of our broader initiative to promote people-first and better design on 202 Street overall. This includes advocating for policy changes that would allow roundabouts on arterials where they make sense, and ensuring any future designs prioritize pedestrian and cyclist safety alongside vehicle throughput.
This campaign is part of Strong Towns Langley's broader effort to improve pedestrian safety throughout the Township, advocating for policy reform, complete streets design, and faster deployment of interim safety measures while major projects work through the approval and construction process.
Modern Roundabouts
The 8th Avenue & Highway 99 interchange in Surrey demonstrates how roundabouts handle high-volume traffic smoothly. According to IIHS research, modern roundabouts have 90% fewer fatal crashes than traditional intersections.
Campaign Timeline
Township Approves Design
Council approves $3.8M capital project for 86 Avenue widening and traffic signal at 202 Street intersection. Project includes protected pedestrian infrastructure.
Petition Launch
Strong Towns Langley installs petition poster at the intersection, launching community safety documentation campaign to advocate for interim safety measures.
Peak Response Period
61 responses collected in May alone, demonstrating strong community concern. Stories include multiple reports of people being struck by vehicles.
Reddit Discussion
Intersection safety concerns gain additional attention through community discussion on the Langley subreddit, validating our campaign focus.
View ThreadPoster Removed
After 107 days, the physical petition poster is removed from the intersection. However, responses continue to arrive as community members share the petition link with friends and neighbours.
Word-of-Mouth Continues
Even without the poster, 16 additional responses were submitted through September, evidence that community members photographed the poster and shared the petition link organically.
Construction Begins
Township contractor begins work on the 86 Avenue corridor project including road widening and preparation for traffic signals.
Council Contacted
Strong Towns Langley emails petition results to Mayor and Council. Township confirms construction timeline and Fall 2026 expected completion.
View ResponseExpected Completion
Full corridor opening anticipated, including traffic signals at 201 Street and 202 Street and protected pedestrian infrastructure.
Next Steps
Get Involved
How You Can Help
- Contact Township Council: Let your elected officials know this intersection needs immediate attention
- Share this page: Help spread awareness about pedestrian safety concerns at 202 & 86
- Attend Council meetings: Show up when we present our findings to demonstrate community support
- Join Strong Towns Langley: Get involved with our other campaigns for safer, more walkable streets
Safety First
127 people shared their concerns. Their stories deserve to be heard and acted upon.
Stay UpdatedData & Resources
Township Approved Conceptual Design
This is the full conceptual design from Report 24-133, showing the planned improvements to 86 Avenue from 200 Street to 202 Street, including the traffic signal at the 202 Street intersection.
Click to view full size. Source: Township of Langley Report 24-133, Attachment A (July 2024)
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