Tag: blocking the box

January 15, 2021

With automatic enforcement on the Spokane Street bridge active, no sign of crosswalk cameras

As of this past Monday morning, SDOT has turned on the automatic cameras that are able to ticket drivers $75 who aren’t authorized to use the Spokane Street drawbridge between 5 am and 9pm. This is great news for transit riders who cross the bridge and other essential workers allowed to use it. That day…
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tagged: blocking the box, sdot
April 25, 2019

Last push to get block-the-box and bus lane enforcement bill through the Senate

The Washington State legislature initially failed this session to pass a law to allow cities to use automated camera enforcement to keep bus lanes and intersections clear. But thanks to some great, persistent advocacy from organizations like Transportation Choices Coalition and Rooted In Rights, the bill is back as a part of the state budget.…
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tagged: blocking the box, hb 1793, rooted in rights, transportation choices coalition