Title
The Effects of High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) on Driver Compliance to Pedestrian Yield Right of Way Laws (NB)
Explanation
The Gainesville Police Department has been selected to serve as a sub-contractor for the purpose of participating in a study conducted by Western Michigan University and funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The purpose of the study will be to provide evaluation of a high visibility enforcement program targeting drivers not yielding right-of-way to pedestrians. The study involves an increase in visible enforcement over a longer period of time (one year). In addition, increased emphasis will be placed on publicizing the study and providing feedback to the public in the target jurisdiction. The contract award is an opportunity for the City of Gainesville to be at the forefront of driver compliance to pedestrian right-of-way laws.
Fiscal Note
The amount of the sub-contract is $94,280. There are no required local matching funds for this grant award.
Recommendation
The City Commission approve the Gainesville Police Departments participation in the Driver Compliance study and authorize the City Manager to sign and execute documents related to the award with approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality.