April 2, 2024
Police Department
DATE: April 2, 2024
TO: Mayor Martinez and Members of the City Council
FROM:
Bisa French, Chief of Police
Subject:
Purchase of Three Speed Trailers and SafePace Cloud
Access from Traffic Logix.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: The proposed expenditure of $28,842.30 is included in the Police Department’s approved Fiscal Year 2023-2024
budget – account string 01191021-400603.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL
ACTION:
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STATEMENT OF THE
ISSUE:
The Police Department is requesting approval to
purchase three speed trailers and SafePace Cloud
Access from Traffic Logix for effective and strategic traffic enforcement.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
APPROVE the purchase of three speed radar trailers and
SafePace Cloud Access from Traffic Logix at a cost of
$28,842.30 – Police Department (Chief Bisa French 510-
621-1802).
DISCUSSION:
For years, the Richmond Police Department has utilized speed radar trailers in areas prone to collisions and speed violations. With the purchase of three new and updated trailers, the Richmond Police Department will bring awareness to the public regarding their driving habits – resulting in fewer collisions, and slower speeds.
Portability is a key feature that enhances the effectiveness of speed trailers for roadway enforcement. These trailers can be easily relocated to different locations, allowing the AGENDA
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Department to respond dynamically to changing traffic patterns and emerging safety concerns. The ability to move speed trailers to various locations helps ensure that enforcement efforts are distributed across a broader range of roadways, preventing drivers from becoming complacent and reinforcing a culture of compliance with speed limits. The SafePace Cloud access will allow for remote monitoring of the data collected so the trailer does not have to be returned to the Department or plugged in to a computer for data review.
Moreover, the inclusion of short, impactful messages on speed trailers further amplifies their utility. These messages can serve as educational tools, providing drivers with quick reminders about the importance of adhering to speed limits and the potential consequences of speeding. By displaying messages such as "Slow Down for Safety" or "Speed Kills," speed trailers contribute to public awareness campaigns, fostering a sense of responsibility and reinforcing the connection between speed compliance and overall road safety. Additionally, the trailers can be utilized at the large community events (Cinco de Mayo, Juneteenth, Fireworks, etc.) to display event related messages.
This dual functionality of portability and message display makes speed trailers versatile instruments in the hands of law enforcement, promoting a holistic approach to roadway enforcement that combines education, deterrence, and adaptability.
Police Department staff members are recommending the purchase of three trailers, along with three years of SafePace Cloud Access, to strategically deploy throughout the City in an effort to deter speeding and unsafe driving habits.
DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
Attachment 1 – Quote Package
Attachment 2 – Quote Summary