Ordinance amending Chapter 11.49 of the Bellevue City Code for consistency with state law; amending Sections 11.49.010, 11.49.020, 11.49.030, 11.49.040, 11.49.050, 11.49.080, 11.49.100; deleting Sections 11.49.060, 11.49.070; creating new Sections 11.49.001, 11.49.005, 11.49.011, 11.49.015, 11.49.090, 11.49.095, and 11.49.110; providing for severability; and establishing an effective date.

Summary

The Bellevue City Council is considering Ordinance No. 6892, which amends Chapter 11.49 of the Bellevue City Code to align with recent changes in state law regarding automated traffic safety cameras. This ordinance expands the authorized locations for speed cameras beyond school zones to include hospital zones, public park zones, school walk zones, roadway work zones, and other high-risk areas identified through safety analysis. It also updates procedures for issuing infractions, public notice requirements, and revenue allocation, with 25% of net revenue to be deposited into the Cooper Jones active transportation safety account after four years. The ordinance aims to support the City's Vision Zero goal of eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries by enhancing traffic safety and compliance with speed limits.

Citizen Impact

Residents may see new speed and red-light cameras installed in additional locations beyond school zones, with fines of $124 for standard speeding and $248 for school zone speeding.

Confidence

high