Traffic Enforcement
This Page Was Last Updated: 08/14/08
The police department, through grant monies, has purchased a Solar Radar Traffic Monitor. It is designed to facilitate police department efforts in promoting speed enforcement in your neighborhood. Approaching motorists see their speed clearly displayed on large 20" characters below a static speed limit sign. Their speed is legible from a distance of 1000 feet. By increasing public awareness of speed limits and police monitoring of same, the Solar Mobile Trailer produces lower average speeds and a safer traffic environment.
The trailer is used in conjunction with a Trafman unit. The Trafman monitors the type of vehicle, time of day, and speed of the vehicle as it passes the unit over a period of days. It accurately identifies if a problem exists and provides the department with valuable information as to when to place an officer on your street for enforcement. Feedback will be provided to neighborhoods when the Trafman is used so everyone is aware if a problem exists and what is being done to solve it.
TRAFFIC SAFETY
Traffic concerns that require immediate attention should be called in to the dispatch center at 781-862-1212 and an officer will be dispatched as needed.The department also recognizes that traffic safety concerns may exist in your neighborhood such as crosswalks and signage that you wish to review. You may address these concerns in the following ways.
- You may complete a Traffic Safety Request Form and submit it via Email to moconnell@ci.lexington.ma.us or U.S. Mail to Lexington Police Dept 1575 Mass Ave, Lexington Ma 02420 Attn: Lt. Michael O'Connell
- If you would prefer to discuss a traffic safety issue, please call Lt. Michael O'Connell at 781-862-1212
The department reviews all traffic concerns to assess safety issues and to develop recommendations that may require consultation with staff from the Engineering, Planning or School Departments. Unresolved traffic safety concerns are scheduled for a public meeting presided over by the Selectmen's appointed Traffic Safety Advisory Committee.
Traffic Safety Request Form Microsoft Word Document 
Traffic Safety Request Form Adobe PDF format 
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