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I am an Ultra-Conservative, Alpha-Male, True Authentic Leader, Type "C" Personality, who is very active in my community; whether it is donating time, clothes or money for Project Concern or going to Common Council meetings and voicing my opinions. As a blogger, I intend to provide a different viewpoint "The way I see it!" on various world, national and local issues with a few helpful tips & tidbits sprinkled in.

Red Light Cameras & Issues

Roads, Safety

Cities Caught Shortening Yellow Lights at Red Light Camera Intersections

 

Studies have found that yellow lights are being shortened in some cities in order to more easily ticket drivers at intersections using red light cameras, putting revenue above public safety.  500 new cameras in California promise to make $338 million.

 

The National Motorists Association said repeated studies show that more accidents occur due to red light cameras.  Even the tickets issued are questionable, with 80% of Los Angeles motorist violations being comparatively safe rolling right turns.

 

"I think the larger issue today is that the duration of so many yellow lights has never been adequately set for optimal safety results.  An increase of approximately one second can reduce the frequency of red-light-running by at least 50 percent."

 

Source: www.alternet.org

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