The Shapiro Administration is investing $17.4 million to improve road safety in Philadelphia, particularly on Roosevelt Boulevard. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has allocated this funding from Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) to support various safety projects aimed at protecting all road users, with fines reinvested into these initiatives.
According to PennDOT, automated speed enforcement has shown significant results since the ASE pilot program began on Roosevelt Blvd. in 2021, collecting a total of $72.8 million. "Dangerous driver behavior – like speeding – makes everyone on the road less safe," said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. "This program aims to discourage speeding and change people’s behavior, and invest those funds back in the community, in projects that help keep everyone safe." The impact of this initiative is expected to be substantial, addressing a range of improvements from intersection modifications to the installation of speed cushions.
Here is a breakdown of the funded projects in Philadelphia. $1 million has been allocated for the preliminary design of traffic safety improvements along Roosevelt Blvd., funded by federal resources. $5 million will be used to establish a Speed Cushion Program, which will install asphalt mounds to reduce vehicle speeds across the city. Additionally, $7 million will be invested in enhancing transit access on Olney Ave., including bus boarding islands and improved street lighting.
The funding plan also includes $3.4 million for upgrades at high-risk intersections in Philadelphia, focusing on improving safety and visibility for both drivers and pedestrians. Another $1 million will support the city's partnership with the Philadelphia Parking Authority (PPA) to expand the ASE program to areas with recurring speed issues throughout the city. The city's efforts are targeted at locations with a history of speed-related accidents and concerns.
For more information on where these improvements will be made and how they may affect daily commutes, visit PennDOT's traffic signals page. Pennsylvanians seeking details on traffic safety and enforcement can find comprehensive information available online.
