Sunday, February 24, 2013
OK, so you had a busy week. We understand. Let us catch you up on all the highlights from Clearwater Patch!
Clearwater Police say the suspect tried to flee but was stopped by multiple neighbors. A cadre of Crest Lake Park supporters asked city leaders to reopen the bathrooms at the park and were told plans for the public space’s future will be part of a March city council meeting. A hundred Pinellas County educators received a free concealed weapons course courtesy of a licensed firearms instructor on Saturday. An SUV slides over a lane to miss cross traffic, making Clearwater Police's Red Light Camera Violator of the Week. The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office has arrested 30 people in Operation Intercept II. The small plane crashed into the water sometime around 2 a.m. just north of the bridge's hump. Clearwater Fire & Rescue assisted at the …
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
An SUV slides over a lane to miss cross traffic, making Clearwater Police's Red Light Camera Violator of the Week.
It is a close call when an SUV, at the tail end of a group of vehicles running a red light at Chestnut Street and Ft. Harrison Avenue, slides a lane over to evade cross traffic. It also is Clearwater Police's Red Light Camera Violator of the Week. The violation comes with a $158 fine. The video was posted on the Clearwater Police Facebook Page Feb. 13. Here is what some viewers said: T.j. Ohlemeier: "These idiots are why riding a motorcycle is so dangerous." Sheila Pemberton Kynion: "It looks like 4 vehicles ran that red light!! The one right behind the big truck may have the excuse that the light was not visible to him, but the rest, NO EXCUSE!" Susan Zilligen Krzyston Fults: "I drive this strip regularly and lots of folks run the light …
Sunday, February 17, 2013
OK, so you had a busy week. We understand. Let us catch you up on all the highlights from Clearwater Patch!
The popular reality show "Restaurant Impossible" filmed at Smitty's Restaurant in Clearwater on Wednesday. Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes? During a previous visit, Celebrity chef Robert Irvine explained what the cameras don't show. Officials with the Clearwater Neighborhoods Coalition want city leaders to figure out a way to open the bathrooms in Crest Lake Park by March 7. Clearwater Police say the man was crossing Missouri near Turner Street when he was struck Wednesday evening. There is no special arrangement for Clearwater Little League players because of the construction at Sid Lickton Field, according to city officials. The Florida House of Representatives is considering a bill that would repeal permission for these …
Friday, February 15, 2013
The Florida House of Representatives is considering a bill that would repeal permission for these cameras to be used. We’d like to get your thoughts on the topic, Tampa Bay!
Pull up to a traffic light as it’s turning yellow and it’s likely the urge to gun it will be squelched by the knowledge that Big Brother is watching. After all, most Tampa Bay area counties and many cities have red light cameras installed at major intersections. Those cameras enable local governments and the state to keep an eye out for red light violators. They also provide a record of violations that allows costly tickets to be issued to motorists who run red lights. At $158 a pop, according to The Tampa Tribune, those tickets can add up fast. The state collected about $51 million last year alone thanks to red light cameras. The problem is that while law enforcement says the cameras are working to deter drivers from gunning it at lights…
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
A truck makes a left turn onto south Belcher Road making Clearwater Police's Red Light Camera Violator of the Week.
A truck makes a left turn onto south Belcher Road making Clearwater Police's Red Light Camera Violator of the Week. The violation comes with a $158 fine. Clearwater Police posted the video on its Facebook page Jan. 29. Here is what some viewers had to say: Sheryl Dugena: "Love people who post that the light should change. How ab out we take ownership of our behavior and follow the LAW!!!" Lisa Hebert Pennamacoor: "I see that happen almost everyday at Belleair and Belcher! Today two cars went through the red." Related Coverage:
Sunday, January 27, 2013
OK, so you had a busy week. We understand. Let us catch you up on all the highlights from Clearwater Patch!
Residents in the Skycrest neighborhood are disturbed and scared in the wake of the second stabbing within a year near Crest Lake Park. Peter Kageyama, author of “For the Love of Cities,” talked about ways to spur economic development in downtown Clearwater during a luncheon at Island Way Grill Wednesday. A federal lawsuit filed in Tampa on Wednesday by a California couple alleges fraud after they say they gave $320,000 toward the construction of the "Super Power" building that has yet to be completed. A group working to reopen the Martin Luther King Jr. Center says it needs about $250,000 in repairs before reopening. They hope to open the facility in about three months. Thanks, Aggie Michael, for sharing a few pictures of a group of …
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
A car runs a red light in the rain at Belcher Road and State Road 60 making Clearwater Police's Red Light Camera Violator of the Week.
A car runs a red light in the rain at Belcher Road and State Road 60 making Clearwater Police's Red Light Camera Violator of the Week. The violation comes with a $158 fine. The video was posted on the Clearwater Police Facebook page Jan. 16 and quickly elicted comments: Kelly Ratcliffe: "After seeing some of these vids. I'm more aware of how stupid others are. They pay no attention to anything but their phones usually. People say I sometimes get road rage but it's just a reaction to how stupid others are when driving. I pay attention and believe others should also. Watch out for motorcycles and scooters please." Nikkie Walker: "looks like one of those super foggy nights we had recently. scary" Related Coverage:
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Crashes are decreasing in Florida communities with red light cameras, according to a statewide report.
More than 400 intersections in Florida have red light cameras, including a couple in Clearwater. According to a new report by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, 56 percent of communities surveyed noticed a total reduction in crashes at intersections with red light cameras. The numbers: In total, 73 agencies responded to the survey and included information between July 1, 2011 and June 30, 2012. "Agencies reported that in addition to the decrease in total crashes, traffic safety improved throughout the jurisdiction as drivers were more cautious when approaching all intersections," according to the Florida Red Light Camera Annual Report Survey - which is attached to this article. During the surveyed period these …
Friday, January 11, 2013
The organization said with proven success in limiting crashes and with dwindling city resources for more officers, red light camera programs are an asset for Florida cities.
In light of a recent report from the Florida Department of Transportation on the success of red light cameras, the Florida League of Cities has come out in support of red light camera programs as well. In a statement released Jan. 4, the organization said with proven success in limiting crashes and with dwindling city resources for more officers, red light camera programs are an asset for Florida cities. “Providing cities with the tools they need to keep residents safe is the Florida League of Cities’ No. 1 priority, and this technology has been proven to help authorities punish lawbreakers, reduce dangerous T-bone crashes and change the behavior of those drivers who selfishly choose to run red lights," the statement read. “Due to …
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
Two cars cross Chestnut Street at Ft. Harrison Avenue making Clearwater Police's Red Light Camera Violator of the Week.
A white sports car crosses Chestnut Street at Ft. Harrison Avenue as the light turns red. Almost five seconds later another car crosses too, making Clearwater Police's Red Light Camera Violator of the Week. The violation comes with a $158 fine. The clip was posted on the police's Facebook Page Jan. 4. Mike De Nyse commented: "Good question though, if the light changes as your crossing, and the back half of the auto is technically running the light, do you still get a ticket?" Becky Rosenberg said: "i have heard you must reach the center of the intersection before the light turns red. So as long as the front of you car is there you should be ok. However it's always best to be safe rather than sorry!!" Related Coverage:
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5:25 pm on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Like most of the world do away with traffic devices. This causes people to focus on the traffic and not the devices. No one wants an accident no fault or not. A English study was conducted on signal devices with evidence of significantly less accidents without the them. (see Goggle) People running lights at the least believe they judge the situation safe, and understand what to expect if an … more ›