School Zone Safety Camera Pilot Program

The City of Woodinville is conducting a photo enforcement pilot program to enhance community safety and reduce excessive speeds in school zones. Beginning September 1, 2026, the pilot program will begin along 195th Street between 136th Avenue NE and 130th Avenue NE and will operate for two years.

SPEED CAMERA LOCATION AND HOURS: 2026-2027

School zone safety cameras monitor vehicle speeds only during active school zone hours, when students are most likely to be present. Enforcement times align with school arrival and dismissal schedules and are clearly marked with signage.

The program begins with a two-month warning period, during which drivers who speed will receive warnings instead of fines. The City will evaluate the program every six months to measure its effectiveness.

To protect privacy, all violations are reviewed in accordance with state law, images are automatically redacted, and data is deleted when it is no longer needed. Have questions? Check our Frequently Asked Questions on the side navigation.

Program Background

The City of Woodinville launched the School Zone Safety Camera Pilot Program in partnership with the Woodinville Police Department and Public Works to improve safety for students traveling to and from school.

Following a traffic safety and equity analysis, NE 195th Street between 136th Avenue NE and 130th Avenue NE was selected as the pilot location. The Woodinville City Council approved a contract with NovoaGlobal in October 2025 (City Council Staff Report).

School zone safety cameras are a proven tool to reduce speeding and encourage safer driving behaviors, helping prevent crashes and improve safety for students, families, and the community. Learn more about the project background and public outreach history.

Proven Tools for Safer Streets & Schools

The Pilot Program is a data-driven safety initiative that complements existing traffic calming and enforcement efforts and supports the City's broader vision of creating safer, more walkable neighborhoods. In early 2025, the City's traffic safety analysis identified NE 195th Street between 136th Avenue NE and 130th Avenue NE as the highest-priority location for automated enforcement.

School zone safety cameras provide consistent enforcement during school arrival and dismissal times, helping reduce speeding and encourage safer driving habits. Communities across Washington have shown that automated enforcement can reduce speeding, decrease crashes, and improve safety around schools.

Protecting Privacy & Upholding Trust

Protecting personal privacy is a key part of the School Zone Safety Camera Pilot Program. The program is designed to prioritize privacy, fairness, and equity while using data-driven strategies to improve safety and help prevent crashes before they happen. Under Washington law (RCW 46.63.220):

• Cameras capture only the rear back of the vehicle and license plate - not vehicle occupants.
• Images and data are securely stored and deleted when no longer needed.
• Collected information cannot be publicly disclosed, sold, or misused.