SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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City of Clearwater Red-Light Camera Annual Report
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SUMMARY:
In accordance with the July 2024 legislative changes to Florida State Statute 316.0083 - Mark Wandall Traffic Safety Program - the annual report detailing the results of all red-light cameras (traffic infraction detectors) within the City of Clearwater will be presented to the Clearwater City Council.
As part of the City of Clearwater's Traffic Safety Improvement Program, Red Light Cameras were installed at three intersections to reduce the occurrence of red-light running crashes and the injuries or fatalities associated with these incidents.
The City of Clearwater identified three intersections with elevated rates of red-light violations and related crashes, based on data from 2009 to 2010. Initially, Redflex Inc. managed the program. In June 2021, following the completion of an acquisition, Redflex Inc. became a wholly owned subsidiary of Verra Mobility.
The "Warning" and "Public Education" campaign commenced on July 1, 2012, and concluded on July 30, 2012.
The "Notice of Violation" period began on July 31, 2012, at 12:01 AM.
At the January 18, 2024, City Council meeting, the Council approved a 5-year renewal agreement with Verra Mobility for Red Light Cameras.
The day-to-day operations of the program are handled by a part-time/permanent Police Service Technician (PST).
Since the program's inception and still ongoing, the Clearwater Police Department monitors Red Light cameras at the following intersections:
Gulf to Bay Boulevard and Belcher Road - Eastbound
Gulf to Bay Boulevard and Belcher Road - Westbound
Fort Harrison Avenue and Chestnut Street - Eastbound
In July 2024, the Legislature revised reporting requirements under Florida State Statue 316.0083 Mark Wandall Traffic Safety Program. Municipalities must prepare an annual report of the results of all red-light cameras (traffic infraction detectors) that must be placed on the agenda.
The summary report includes data gathered by the City, in conjunction with City’s red light camera vendor, Verra Mobility, during the reporting period of July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY:
High Performing Government, specifically strategic objective 1.4 to foster safe and healthy communities in Clearwater through first-class public safety and emergency response services.
