Speeding Program & Citations
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The Laurel Oak Community Association, Inc. ("Association") instituted a traffic calming and enforcement program to better control and eliminate speeding, running stop signs and careless driving within Laurel Oak. The Association believes solving these problems is fundamental to keeping the community safe as such actions endanger the driver of the vehicle, our children, other residents, guests, golfers, walkers, runners, bicyclists and wildlife.
The Board of Directors of the Association meets and levies fines against individuals for speeding within the Laurel Oak community. The posted speed limit for all of Laurel Oak is 25 miles per hour. The Association uses speed camera devices to photograph the vehicle and determine the speed of the vehicle. The covenants committee meets each month to review any appeals of fines issued by the board.
Speed Camera Technology
The Traffic Logix Leddar speed cameras used in Laurel Oak, Florida, are designed to enhance safety within the private community by enforcing speed limits. These cameras utilize advanced Leddar technology to accurately detect vehicle speeds, capturing clear images of violators for reliable enforcement. Regular calibration exceeding the manufacturer's recommended schedule ensures their precision. Legally, these cameras are permissible in private communities like Laurel Oak, where HOAs can implement them to manage internal traffic rules, focusing solely on vehicle and license plate data to respect privacy. They integrate seamlessly with access control systems, streamlining enforcement without infringing on residents’ rights, making them a trusted tool for maintaining safe roads.
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Leddar Technology:
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Principle: Leddar uses pulsed laser or LED-based optical signals (infrared light) to measure distance and speed. It emits light pulses, detects reflections from objects, and calculates speed based on the time-of-flight or phase shift of the returning signal.
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Accuracy: Offers high precision, often within ±1 km/h, due to its ability to focus on specific targets and filter out noise. It excels in detecting multiple objects in complex environments.
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Range and Field of View: Typically has a narrower, more targeted beam (e.g., 16° to 45°), allowing for precise tracking of individual vehicles. Range can extend up to 100-200 meters, depending on the model.
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Environmental Performance: Performs well in adverse conditions (rain, fog, low light) because light-based signals are less affected by certain interferences compared to radio waves. It’s also less prone to false positives from nearby objects.
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Use Case: Ideal for applications like traffic enforcement in controlled settings (e.g., private communities like Laurel Oak), where precise targeting and integration with cameras for license plate capture are needed.
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