Why Do People Videotape Streets and Intersections??

Question

I live in Chicago and lately I have been noticing that there are a lot of people who are videotaping streets and intersections. I am not really sure as to why they are doing this but I think it may have something to do with fighting a ticket or possibly fixing the pot hole streets does anyone have any insight??

Answer 1

In addition to your rationale, citizens may be gathering evidence to submit to the local government regarding installation of traffic control signals or signs.

Answer 2

Maybe it's google getting their 'street view'. They've got my neighborhood and my house

Answer 3

For them to use in a court case or for evidence that some areas are very dangerous and they are planning to present this to the city......