Core Points - Verra Mobility Corporation has received approval from Oakland's City Council to implement a speed safety program utilizing advanced automated technology to address speeding issues in the city [1][2] - The program will deploy speed safety systems at 18 high-risk locations, utilizing a total of 36 cameras to reduce speeding and prevent traffic-related injuries and fatalities [2][4] - The initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance traffic safety in Oakland, where an average of over 33 traffic fatalities occur each year [4][5] Group 1: Program Details - The speed camera systems will monitor traffic at locations identified by the Oakland Department of Transportation, focusing on areas with documented speeding near schools, senior centers, and commercial districts [4][6] - The cameras will operate 24/7, issuing citations starting at $50 for vehicles traveling 11–15 mph over the speed limit, with fines up to $500 for the most egregious speeders [6][8] - The program is funded in part by a $2 million grant from the Alameda County Transportation Commission [3][9] Group 2: Community Impact - The initiative aims to protect vulnerable community members and reduce traffic fatalities, particularly in densely populated areas like Fruitvale [6][5] - Verra Mobility emphasizes the effectiveness of automated speed enforcement, citing similar programs across the country that have seen up to a 94% reduction in speeding [5][6] - A public education campaign is planned to inform the community about the program, with a mandatory 60-day warning period before citations are issued [8]