UPDATE 01/30/2024

We have resolved the technical issues and our Photo Radar vehicle is back in action! As a reminder, Notice of Violation citations with monetary penalties will begin TOMORROW FEBRUARY 1ST! Please slow down for safety!

UPDATE: 12/11/2023

Our new photo radar vehicle has been experiencing some technical difficulties. In trying to resolve these issues we learned that the vehicle initially supplied needs to be replaced and the equipment transferred in to a new vehicle. We anticipate our photo radar vehicle back in action around the second week of January. We did not want to cut our education time short for our citizens, so we will continue only issuing written warnings through the end of January. Notice of Violation citations with monetary penalties will now commence starting February 1st, 2024. 

Thank you for your patience while we continue to work on this project and we promise to continue our efforts to make our city safer!

UPDATE: 11/20/23

20 is Plenty is Here! And so is our Photo Radar Vehicle!

We have been putting our new Photo Radar Vehicle to use and working through use and training with our staff. For the months of November and December, all violations will only be issued a written warning. Our goal of making our city safer is dependent upon all drivers throughout our city. We feel it is important to provide this educational time frame so as to acclimate everyone. 

Beginning January 2024, first offense violations of up to 10 MPH over the posted speed limit are subject to a written warning. For all second and/or subsequent violations, the registered owner is subject to a notice of violation. For all speeding violations of 11 MPH or greater over the posted speed limit, the registered owner is subject to receiving a notice of violation. 

All violations are $40, unless that violation occurs in a school or construction zone in which case the fine would be $80. 

For the full ordinance information regarding our "Automated Vehicle Identification System" - click the following link ORDINANCE 2215
This document has useful information such as where the photo radar vehicle can be used, violations enforced, associated fines, and so much more!

For further information on "20 is Plenty" - click the following link ORDINANCE 2214

New speed limit signage will be installed in residential neighborhoods through the end of October, decreased from 25 mph to 20 mph. City Council passed a measure in September 2022 that decreased the speed limit in residential areas to help keep our children, neighbors, pedestrians and pets safer.

Accidents occurring at 20 mph have a 13% likelihood of ending in death or severe injury. At 30 mph, that number increases to 40% and jumps to 73% at 40 mph. It is simple; drive slower and reduce accidents, injuries, and potential deaths.

In conjunction with 20 mph posted speed limits, City Council also approved the use of photo radar to help reduce speeding in the city. Golden Police Department contracted with Verra Mobility to build a van and is awaiting the final operating system to be installed. It is anticipated that you will see the van operating in town in November 2023.

Temporary signage is required to be posted 300 feet from the van to notify drivers of its presence. Vehicles traveling 11 mph or more over the posted speed limit will receive a citation in the mail, directed to the registered owner of the vehicle. This citation is $40 and doubles to $80 in a school zone. There are zero points associated with the photo radar citation, and it is not reported to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

City staff continue to receive letters from concerned citizens regarding speed throughout the city, especially in areas where children are present. The implementation of 20 is Plenty and Photo Radar is intended to slow drivers down to decrease the risk of injury and death related to vehicle-pedestrian incidents. This change is for the safety of all residents and visitors to our city. Take time to look for the new signage and pump your brakes for safety