A formal position or approval by the Board: Affirming San Francisco’s support for the Speed Safety System Pilot Program and urging the exploration of changes to strengthen the program, including increasing the number of allowable speed camera locations, with priority given to corridors on the High Injury Network and other locations with demonstrated safety need. In short: a symbolic stance, not a binding law.
Resolution affirming San Francisco’s support for the Speed Safety System Pilot Program and urging the exploration of changes to strengthen the program, including increasing the number of allowable speed camera locations, with priority given to corridors on the High Injury Network and other locations with demonstrated safety need.
How it got here
The legislation originated from the need to expand the Speed Safety System Pilot Program in San Francisco, prompted by the success of the initial pilot and the limitations imposed by state law.
California Assembly Bill 645 was signed into law, allowing San Francisco and other cities to establish a Speed Safety System Pilot Program until January 1, 2032.
SFMTA launched the Speed Safety Camera Pilot Program, making San Francisco the first city to implement this program as authorized by AB 645.
Supervisor Dorsey introduced Resolution 260499 to affirm support for the Speed Safety System Pilot Program and to explore changes to increase the number of speed camera locations.
The Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee recommended the resolution for adoption after reviewing its provisions and community support.
The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution 260499, affirming support for the Speed Safety System Pilot Program and urging changes to state law to expand the program.
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