"We have an epidemic of traffic violence in Oakland. Between 30 and 40 traffic fatalities every year. Which is about half as many homicides as we have had. The numbers are enormous- it really shows the depth of our problem here in Oakland with speeding. I hope that people only need to be ticketed once before they realize they need to change their behavior and keep our kids safe."
"I did get two warnings. I didn't even know the cameras were there and was warned twice. I thought I was driving with the flow of traffic. Of course. I drive extra careful. I make sure I'm at the speed limit or under the speed limit but then I'm driving so slow."
"City data shows 140,445 warnings were given during the grace period. The numbers are enormous- it really shows the depth of our problem here in Oakland with speeding."
Oakland is implementing speed safety cameras under Assembly Bill 645, which allows six California cities to pilot the program. Starting Sunday, 35 cameras at 18 locations will issue citations for speeding violations. During the warning period, 140,445 warnings were issued, revealing significant speeding problems. Oakland Supervisor Zac Unger emphasized the necessity of these cameras, citing an epidemic of traffic violence with 30-40 annual traffic fatalities. Residents received warnings and adjusted their driving behavior accordingly. The program aims to reduce traffic violence and protect public safety through enforcement of speed limits.
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Read at ABC7 San Francisco
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