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PROGRAMS AND SERVICES Enforcement is tool that deters motorist from driving behavior that violates existing regulations for parking, driving maneuvers, and excessive speed. Enforcement of posted speed limits may be done by "selective enforcement" by the California Highway Patrol (CHP). Speed enforcement includes passive methods such as the use of a trailer that measures and displays the speed of motorists, but also includes the visual presence of CHP patrol and radar speed enforcement. Selective enforcement is most effective when done in conjunction with the neighborhood speed watch program. Speed enforcement is effective in creating a heightened visual awareness of motorist speed in neighborhood areas. An additional impact of enforcement is the imposition of penalties upon driving behavior that may create unsafe roadway conditions. Radar enforcement requires compliance with the requirements of the California Vehicle Code and approval and support of the Board of Supervisors and the CHP. IMPLEMENTATION GUIDELINES Selective enforcement is implemented with the cooperation of the CHP as the enforcement agency: radar speed enforcement can only be implemented where concurrence and commitment from the CHP can be obtained. |