The new initiative comes after the city observed an increasing number of vehicles obstructing bus stops and bike lanes.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Starting Thursday, Sacramento is cracking down on illegal parking at bus stops with the aim of making roads safer for both drivers and pedestrians. The new program, a joint effort between Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) and the City of Sacramento, seeks to reduce the risk of accidents and delays caused by cars parked in bus stops or bike lanes.
New Enforcement Program Uses AI-Powered Cameras
One of the primary tools in the enforcement effort is the use of AI-powered cameras on SacRT buses. These cameras, provided by Hayden AI, will capture footage of illegally parked vehicles, including their license plates. The footage will then be sent directly to the City of Sacramento, where officials will review it. Officials say the program is designed to streamline the enforcement process, quickly identifying violators, and issuing citations to the …