Warning Period Over, East Providence Red Light Cameras Go Live

EAST PROVIDENCE, RI — Red light cameras were installed at two of East Providence's most dangerous intersections, and warnings have been issued for people running them since last month. But on Wednesday, the warning period ended.

East Providence police will now issue fines $85 fines for drivers who go through red lights at the Broadway at Grosvenor Avenue and the North Broadway at Roger Williams Avenue intersections.

By adding this program, East Providence is joining over 50o cities in the United States who have some form of public safety traffic cameras, including red light, school speed, or both. East Providence police said the program is part of an effort to reduce crashes at some of the city's most dangerous intersections.

According to police, failing to stop at red lights and speed was likely a factor in more than 45 percent of all traffic fatalities in Rhode Island.

The contractor for the program, Sensys Gatso, covered the costs associated with the equipment, camera installation, and signage. The East Providence Police Department will be responsible for determining whether to issue a violation, and drivers will retain the right to appeal violations through the judicial process.

Last month, East Providence police began ticketing for a similar program in school zones. In November, city officials installed nine cameras with signage to let drivers know the program is live. Initially, people were given warnings, but the warning period is now over.

Enforcement is from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., on school days. Those who speed in school zones will be issued a $50 ticket.

Cameras were installed at the following locations:

• eastbound Forbes Street at Riverside Middle School
• westbound Forbes Street at Riverside Middle School
• northbound Pawtucket Avenue at Kent Heights School
• southbound Pawtucket Avenue at Kent Heights School
• northbound Pawtucket Avenue at St. Margaret's School
• southbound Pawtucket Avenue at St. Margaret's School
• northbound Pawtucket Avenue at East Providence High School
• southbound Pawtucket Avenue at East Providence High School
• northbound Pawtucket Avenue at St. Mary's Bay View Academy.