Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE) is closer to becoming a reality in the Township of Ramara, with it expected to begin in mid-August.
This is an effort by Ramara to improve road safety with an emphasis on areas where pedestrians and children are at risk.
Traffic data collected in June 2025 by the Township showed that 58 per cent of drivers were exceeding the posted speed limit in community safety zones.
Furthermore, a recently released CAA South Central Ontario survey found 73 per cent of drivers surveyed slow down when nearing an ASE camera and 52 per cent of respondents shared that they are unlikely to speed up after they pass through an ASE zone.
“Speeding is one of the top concerns we hear from residents, and unfortunately, far too many drivers are exceeding the limit in our Community Safety Zones. The data confirms it,” Ramara Mayor Basil Clarke said in a news release. “Automated speed enforcement is about encouraging safer driving habits. It reminds motorists to slow down and think twice before speeding. By introducing automated speed enforcement in these zones, we’re taking a proactive step to help make our roads safer for everyone.”
LOCATIONS
PHASE ONE
In the spring, “coming soon” signage was installed to provide advance notice to drivers where ASE cameras will be in operation for the first phase of the program. Dependent on equipment installation, this phase will start in mid-August at these locations:
- Concession Road 4 (Brechin)
- Muley Point Road
- Creighton Street
PHASE TWO
These locations are set to feature cameras beginning in mid-October.
- County Road 169
- Simcoe Road
- Switch Road
More locations could be added in the future through further road safety monitoring by the Township.
The public will be notified about the official start date for ticketing two weeks before the cameras go live. Signage will be also be updated when the program begins.
HOW ASE WORKS
ASE uses technology to detect vehicles travelling over the speed limit and capture an image of the vehicle’s licence plate. Fines are then issued to the registered owner of the vehicle by mailed ticket, but no demerit points.
Ramara has a cost-sharing agreement with its service provider ensuring no additional cost to taxpayers. The services include:
- Camera installation, maintenance, and relocation
- Program administration and ticket processing
- Repairs and equipment replacement
- Call centre and hearing officer services
All revenue collected from fines will be reinvested into local road safety initiatives according to the Township.
