Philly AI Cameras Target Bus Lane Violations from May 1

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AI cameras on 150 SEPTA buses and 20 trolleys will start ticketing bus lane blockers May 1, after a two-week warning period beginning mid-April.

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Drivers caught parking in bus lanes face a hefty $101 ticket, while double-parking in Center City will cost offenders $76.

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A 2023 pilot program revealed the shocking scale of the problem – just seven camera-equipped buses caught over 4,000 weekly violations.

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Philly's buses crawl at just 8 mph – well below the national average of 13-14 mph – costing riders 31 extra hours annually stuck in traffic.

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Blocked lanes and stops cost SEPTA $15 million yearly in operating expenses and cause 1.7 million hours of passenger delays.

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Illegally parked vehicles create dangerous situations for wheelchair users and those with disabilities who cannot safely board when access ramps are blocked.

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Similar AI enforcement in New York City has already boosted bus lane compliance, giving Philly transit officials hope for smoother commutes ahead.

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The enforcement will cover major arteries including Bainbridge, Spring Garden, JFK Boulevard, Walnut, Chestnut, and Market Streets.

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