Will there be signs to warn drivers?

    In addition to existing school-zone signs with warning beacons, new signs will be posted to let drivers know when they are approaching a speed zone that is photo enforced.

    When are the cameras activated?

    Each school's unique schedule determines the appropriate times of day for the warning beacons (and speed zone cameras) to be activated, to help keep students safe during peak school traffic times before and after school. The warning-beacon activation times are different, because each school must consider its own before and after school programs, early-release schedules, and other factors.

    The best way to help keep our school zones safe (and avoid school-zone speeding tickets) is to slow down when children are present and observe school-zone signs, including warning beacons.  The speed limit in school zones, when warning beacons are flashing, is 20 mph. Speed-zone cameras will only be active when warning beacons are flashing.

    What other measures are in place?

    In addition to the camera enforcement systems in place, Woodinville Police Officers will be in the school zones watching for speeding drivers and interacting with school safety patrol personnel.    

    The Woodinville Police Department Traffic Unit also conducts regular emphasis patrols in school zones, and throughout Woodinville to reduce traffic accidents and fatalities through education and enforcement.