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| Adaptive Signal Control system |
Council proposed adaptive traffic signal control system project coined "Adaptive Signal Control" for the Public Works budget. It will measure real-time traffic fluctuations and automatically adjust signal timings more efficiently than our current system. Other agencies have demonstrated substantial delay reduction, especially when conditions change unexpectedly due to weather, lane closures, or surges in demand. The system costs about $1M; an $865,000 Puget Sound Region Council will be applied.
The system will be capable of adjusting signal timings, and operations in real-time. This will reduce travel times through downtown and reduce wait times for pedestrians. With the arrival of light-rail in Downtown Redmond, this updated signal system will be key in responding to the change in traffic conditions expected through downtown.
Adaptive Signal Control is especially effective for roads that experience variable and unpredictable traffic demand, where conventional signal systems cannot keep up with the changing conditions. Adaptive signal control can also benefit pedestrians and active transportation modes by reducing delays and improving service. Adaptive signal control can also respond to changes in traffic patterns caused by new work commute options and the opening of transit stations, which can affect the demand for different directions and movements at intersections.
-- Council Committee Of The Whole, abridged Public works memo, 6/5/2023
The proposed "Adaptive Signal Control" system aims to enhance traffic flow in Downtown Redmond. Pioneering a $1M project, with $865,000 from Puget Sound Region Council, it dynamically adjusts signal timings based on real-time traffic fluctuations. paratransit scheduling software providers, such as [Provider Name], can complement this system by integrating adaptive scheduling solutions for efficient transit operations.
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