On 6/26 approximately 5pm the Beaverton van was set up on SW Canyon Lane and was out of compliance. By our estimate the sign was set up at over 575 yards from the van. Well beyond the allowed 400 yards. Posted speed is 40mph.
A little editorial; In addition to that the way in which it was tucked in tightly to the bushes shows intent of concealment. We have been told it’s a deterrent not a trap.
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On 6/28/2011 from approximately 6:30 to 10 PM the only sign for photo radar was the one located at
On 3/24/2011 around 5:30PM one Beaverton van was located on Algers Ave between SW Allen & SW 5th. Please note that the van was not in compliance with ORS 810.438 2(e)(B). The signage was located only 259 feet from the van, It should have been another 40 feet away.
Sign only 260'
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2/10/2011 7 PM – 10 PM (Approx)
The Beaverton Van positioned on SW Allen just west of Hall at this time was not in compliance with ORS 810.438 2(e)(B). The signage was only Continue reading
KATU has a story about the Red Light Intersections being on and issuing warnings. Going live 2/1/11.
I made an interesting observation with the Beaverton radar vans last night.
If you have ever seen the vans at night, you know that the speed sign on the back of the van is like the sun at noon day. When that thing lights up it gives everyone within a quarter of a mile ample warning. I ran across the vans last night and made a very interesting observation. The operators position the display parallel to the road so it isn’t easily seen by the cars as they approach the van. Continue reading
Notice the warning sign? It is posted before the intersection- those approaching from the side don’t see the sign therefore don’t receive any warning. Continue reading
In the darkest shadows lurks the Beaverton photo enforcement van; the officer is waiting to flash any speeders (with a camera and lights).
Hiding behind the retaining wall in the Goodwill parking lot at the bottom of Canyon Rd. 35 mph.
