Run a Red-Light, You're Getting a Ticket—Even If Nobody's Watching

The borough commission finally implemented its traffic control monitoring system—meaning, traffic lights with sensors will now automatically ticket drivers who disobey traffic laws.

According to borough ordinance, the new traffic control monitoring system will be beneficial to Collingswood residents.

"Installation of a traffic control monitoring system—by municipalities complementing local law enforcement—could service as an effective tool in encouraging drivers to observe and obey traffic control devices at intersections, thereby increasing traffic flow and pedestrian safety," read the amended ordinance.

The ordinance further states that this monitoring system will be installed and operated in traffic lights located at the following borough intersections:

• White Horse Pike and Collings Avenue
• Cuthbert Boulevard and Haddon Avenue
• Old White Horse Pike and Ferry Avenue

At Collingswood Borough Commission's Jan. 10, 2011 meeting, Mayor James Maley voiced his support for the monitoring system—which will automatically mail tickets to traffic signal violators.

"This is a pilot program through the New Jersey Department of Transportation, and will issue red-light traffic tickets," said Maley. "Through the state, (the designated traffic light locations) will automatically issue tickets to drivers based off of red-light violations."

So, for those who drive through the borough regularly, it's time to start paying more attention to the three intersections previously mentioned.