Despite speed limits, some motorists fail to pay attention to how fast they're traveling. Such drivers present a hazard to other motorists. The Highland Park Police Department notes that school zones, bus routes and construction sites require special attention in promoting voluntary compliance with speed limits. The Police Department Traffic Division has developed a S.M.A.R.T. solution.

S.M.A.R.T. which stands for Speed Monitoring Awareness Radar Trailer. The portable self contained speed display unit is designed to promote speed awareness. S.M.A.R.T. will be set up at sites that have experienced frequent speed-related problems.

S.M.A.R.T.'s job is to display the speed of oncoming vehicles on a digital display panel which is visible from up to 100 yards away. The display will remind motorists to pay attention and slow down. S.M.A.R.T. can go on duty around-the-clock and can be used at multiple locations.

The S.M.A.R.T. system is also capable of compiling traffic data that can be downloaded to a computer for further analysis. The data will supplement statistics gathered by the Traffic Division regarding high traffic problem areas in the community which have been identified.

Look for the S.M.A.R.T. system on the job this fall in school zones and on bus routes throughout the community. And remember the Police Department's advice to be alert and to drive S.M.A.R.T..

To suggest areas for use of the new S.M.A.R.T. system or for more information, please call (847) 926-1122 or Click Here to Request the S.M.A.R.T. trailer in your area!