Background/Discussion
The City’s eleven year contract with Redflex Traffic Systems Inc. is set to expire on July 12, 2020.
The Police Department, Public Works Department, City Attorney’s office, and the Mayor support the Automated Traffic Enforcement Program as a positive influence on traffic safety. The program discourages drivers from running red lights and helps to reduce intersection accidents.
City staff discussed the renewal of the contract with Redflex representatives and we have mutually agreed to a one year extension by amendment. They have agreed to continue the previously negotiated fee structure of $41.00 per paid citation payable to Redflex for providing its service. This fee is subject to inflation adjustment per the original terms of the contract.
It is anticipated that during the next year, an RFP process will be completed to review all options for automatic traffic enforcement. At the completion of the selection process, a new agreement with the selected vendor will be presented to the City Council for approval. Redflex will be encouraged to participate, but all providers will be considered.