PELHAM MANOR, NY (May 10, 2023) — Starting on May 10, 2023, the installation of a red light camera will begin at the intersection of Boston Post Road and Pelhamdale Avenue. This new addition is expected to enhance traffic safety in the area and reduce the number of red light violations that occur at this intersection.
The installation process is expected to last around two weeks, during which large vehicles will be present in the area, causing slight disturbances to traffic. Motorists who travel through this intersection are encouraged to add some extra travel time to their schedules as minor delays may occur.
This initiative was accomplished due to the persistent advocacy of the community with State officials and the New York State Department of Transportation representatives. It is hoped that the installation of the red light camera will deter drivers from running red lights and thereby reduce accidents and protect pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers alike.
Red light cameras work by taking photographs or videos of vehicles that enter an intersection after the light has turned red. The cameras are usually activated by sensors in the pavement that detect when a vehicle enters the intersection after the light has turned red. The system then captures the vehicle’s license plate number and an image of the vehicle, and a ticket is sent to the registered owner of the vehicle.
Red light cameras have been shown to reduce the number of red light violations, improve safety, and decrease the number of accidents caused by drivers running red lights. While there is sometimes controversy surrounding the use of these cameras, they are widely regarded as an effective tool in improving traffic safety.
EDITOR’S NOTE: This article was generated by ChatGPT based on a press release from Pelham Manor.