In a recent government meeting, officials discussed the performance of red light enforcement cameras at the intersection of Broadway and 16th, revealing a significant discrepancy between expected and actual citation rates. Initially, the city anticipated approximately 13.3 red light citations per day, but from June 10 to August 24, the average was only 4.7 citations daily. This decline is attributed to increased congestion caused by the ongoing Highway 529 project, which has led to a rejection of about one-third of alleged violations due to traffic backups.

Officials expressed optimism that citation numbers would normalize and potentially decrease further once the Highway 529 project is completed. The bridge is expected to open in mid-October, along with the final segment of the HOV lane on I-5, which could alleviate congestion in the area.

Additionally, updates were provided on the installation of new red light cameras at various intersections, including Rucker and 41st, and 112th and Evergreen. These systems are anticipated to be operational soon, with a warning period expected to begin as early as next week. However, delays have pushed the timeline back, with full functionality now expected in September.

The meeting concluded with a brief discussion about the upcoming budget committee meeting, indicating that the next gathering may focus on budgetary matters rather than regular updates.