Like many cities, Peoria placed "red light cameras" at several intersections. After hearing from many of you about how you feared being in crashes as you approached these intersections, I looked deeply into them. Numerous national studies indicated accident rates increase rather than decrease at "red light intersections." After reviewing traffic statistics at our "red light intersection" with our Peoria police, we were able to show that Peoria was also experiencing an increase in accidents at them. RedFlex and their cameras didn't go easily, but with the support of residents like you who voiced your concern, the city council voted to remove them. They didn't prevent red light running, and no longer do you have to fear or worry about them.
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