Redmond traffic cameras now linked to city's Web site
June 3, 2009 · 11:44 AM
The City of Redmond has linked 16 of its traffic cameras within the city limits to the city’s Web site.
At this site, residents can check the traffic at these intersections from their mobile device or computer before leaving the home or office.
The addition of traffic cameras on the Web site marks a milestone in the development of the Redmond Intelligent Transportation System (RITS). This project provides much more efficient management of traffic infrastructure throughout Redmond. With the improvements, traffic operations staff can remotely coordinate signals thereby matching the signals to the traffic situation at that time. This type of customization significantly improves the flow of traffic. In addition, the traffic cameras provide drivers with information to better plan their trips.
“We are very pleased to offer some of our traffic cameras on the Web site for use by our residents,” stated Mayor John Marchione. “This is one improvement we promised in our report to the community after the December snowstorms. These cameras will make it easier to check the traffic situation any time of day and also provide assistance on travel conditions during a severe winter storm.”
Redmond is one of six jurisdictions in the region with traffic cameras available for public use. Over time, additional cameras will be added to the city’s Web site, broadening their usability.
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