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This Data Proves that Speed Cameras Improve Safety

And here's how to make Chicago's program fairer, too.
This Data Proves that Speed Cameras Improve Safety

And here’s how to make the program fairer: Bring back 50 percent fine discounts for low-income drivers, and a 11 mph ticketing threshold – with a 25 speed limit.

The post As City expands speed camera program, Tribune claims there’s no “legitimate proof that it’s improving safety.” Nope, here’s the data. appeared first on Streetsblog Chicago.

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In addition to editing Streetsblog Chicago, John writes the transportation column for the Chicago Reader weekly paper. A Chicagoan since 1989, he enjoys exploring the city on foot, bike, bus, and 'L' train.

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