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By Erika Rolling

Grande Prairie Enforcement Services

GPES reminding truckers of engine brakes bylaw

Sep 12, 2024 | 12:47 PM

Truck drivers in the Grande Prairie area are getting a reminder from Grande Prairie Enforcement Services for a specific bylaw.

The use of retarder brakes, also known as Jake Brakes, can cause excessive, loud, and irritating noise to people when used and GPES is wanting to reduce the number of truck drivers using these brakes within city limits.

The use of engine retarder brakes is prohibited in the City of Grande Prairie, under Section 17 of the Noise, Nuisance and Disturbances Bylaw and comes with a fine of $250.

Peace Officer Sergeant Ryan Hoffman said in a release that he and his team have ramped up enforcing this bylaw and other noise-related violations in 2024 to improve the quality of life for residents.

“Noise can travel far, especially at night. 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.”

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Hoffman also said that GPES will continue to identify and deal with truckers using their engine brakes within city limits.