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<big>'''Belgium Speed Limit Mapraid 2016'''</big>
<big>'''Belgium Speed Limit Mapraid 2016'''</big>
* Start: to be defined <!--27 Mar 2016 11:00:00 UTC-->
* Start: 25 Mar 2016 19:00:00 UTC
* End: to be defined <!--11 Apr 2016 22:00:00 UTC -->
* End: 10 Apr 2016 12:00:00 UTC  
Date and Times are approximate.  
Date and Times are approximate.  


If you would like to participate, please fill out this [ registration form].  
If you would like to participate, please fill out this [http://goo.gl/forms/A03U88A6oO registration form] .  
Registration is open until <!--22 Mar 2016 00:00:00 -->UTC, or untill the maximum amount of participants is exceeded.
Registration is open until 22 Mar 2016 00:00:00 UTC.


<span style="color:#FF0000">Please do not make any edits in the raid area until after the raid begins.</span> This will allow us to get good mapraid statistics.  
<span style="color:#FF0000">Please do not make any edits in the raid area until after the raid begins.</span> This will allow us to get good mapraid statistics.  
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== Goals ==  
== Goals ==  
In order of importance:
The main goal of this MapRaid is adding speed limits in the Walloon region of Belgium.  
# Put correct speed limits, with emphasis on the connecting roads
# Use realistic elevations where roads cross (so-called seagull edits).
# Adjust segment locks, as appropriate, to meet the new Northeast locking standards.
Please also make basic common-sense edits as you work on the mapraid goals -- fix bad turns and other obviously wrong information on the segments you are editing, but keep focused on the mapraid goals. If you see bigger problems that can be addressed later, contact your group leader or [[File:Google form icon.PNG|frameless|15px|link=//goo.gl/forms/wzWDslFc8u]][//goo.gl/forms/wzWDslFc8u record it in this form].


[[File:Speed_Limit_70.png|150px|thumb|Right|Speed Limit Sign]]
If you see basic errors on the map, like bad turns, you can fix them along the way. However, keep focused on the mapraid goal. If you see bigger problems that can be addressed later, contact a raid leader or record it in [[File:Google form icon.PNG|frameless|15px|link=//goo.gl/forms/eZM788DM5k]] [//goo.gl/forms/eZM788DM5k  this form].


==Hosts==
==Hosts==
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| {{Username|moweez}} || 6 || GC / MapRaid Coordinator  
| {{Username|moweez}} || 6 || GC / MapRaid Coordinator  
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| {{Username|steveningelbrecht}} || 6 || GC  
| {{Username|steveningelbrecht}} || 6 || GC / MapRaid Leader
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| {{Username|tilto}} || 4 || LC  
| {{Username|tilto}} || 4 || LC  
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| {{Username|yourname}}|| rank || Role
| {{Username|clubtratech}}|| 4 || LC
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| {{Username|wimvandierendonck}} || 4 || LC
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| {{Username|gertbroos}} || 4 || LC
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| {{Username|BenMimix}} || 4 || LC
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== Communication ==
== Communication ==
When working in the raid area, please set yourself to [[Waze_Map_Editor/Chat#Visible.2FInvisible|set yourself visible]] in WME chat. Also, turn on the [[Map_Editor_Interface_and_Controls#Live_Users|Live Users]] layer. This will serve to collaborate smoothly and get quick help at your location if needed.
Because of the multiple languages used in the BeNeLux, the main language is English. There is help for translations.  


We will use Slack as the main communication platform. There is a special [https://wazebenelux.slack.com/archives/mr_be_sl Slack Channels] for this raid. If you are not already part of the Benelux Slack team, you will be invited shortly before the Raid starts. <!--for later communication when raid started: If anything goes wrong and you didn't receive the invite when the raid is about to start, click here to get your [http://bit.ly/GetWazeSlackInvite Slack invitation] (choose WazeMapRaid). If you have trouble getting into the Slack team or channels, please reach out to one of the MapRaid organizers.-->
When working in the raid area, please set yourself to visible in [[Waze_Map_Editor/Chat#Visible.2FInvisible|WME chat]]. Also, turn on the [[Map_Editor_Interface_and_Controls#Layers|Live Users]] layer. This will serve to collaborate smoothly and get quick help at your location if needed.
 
We will use Slack as the main communication platform. There is a special [https://wazebenelux.slack.com/archives/mr_be_sl Slack Channel] for this raid. If you are not already part of the Benelux Slack team, you will be invited shortly before the Raid starts. <!--for later communication when raid started: If anything goes wrong and you didn't receive the invite when the raid is about to start, click here to get your [http://bit.ly/GetWazeSlackInvite Slack invitation] (choose WazeMapRaid). If you have trouble getting into the Slack team or channels, please reach out to one of the MapRaid organizers.-->


== Raid Area ==  
== Raid Area ==  
This MapRaid has only 1 group, working together in the southern part of Belgium. We kindly urge you to stay within the raid area. Use the [[link to be added|overlay]] as it clearly shows the border. <!--Mind you that the overlay is not very detailed at the border, so it is not a source for city names in that area.-->
This MapRaid has only 1 group, working together in the southern part of Belgium. We kindly urge you to stay within the raid area. Use the [[link to be added|overlay]] as it roughly shows the border. The area neighbours France, Germany and the Netherlands. {{red|'''Please do not edit in other countries, even though you might have access'''}}. If something needs to be updated, inform one of the hosts who will contact the neighbouring country or use the form mentioned above.


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==Mapraid guidelines==
Speed Limits in Belgium are expressed in km/h. Always use the '''metric units''' setting (see picture) in WME when working with speed limits. There is a handy [[User:Moweez/MR_Belgium_Speedlimits#Tools_for_this_mapraid|Speedhelper script]] that greatly facilitates entering speedlimits.
[[File:Choose imperial units.png|thumb|right]]Please read the entire MapRaid wiki. If you are still uncertain what to do about something you see on the map, please ask your group leader '''Thank You for your help with the map.'''
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===Speed Limit Guidelines===
Only add speed limits when there are recent streetview images in WME that can verify the allowed speed.


Use Waze Street View to find Speed Limit Signs. You may also get information from local drivers. You may use information from local ordinances posted on township, borough, or city websites. Do not rely on predicted speeds (with "verified" check box).
The speed limits of the roads shall be verified with WME Street View. Unless differently indicated by road signs, the following speed limits shall be used on map:
[[File:BE speedlimits.png|right]]
<gallery>
File:BE woonerfF12A.png|20 km/h
File:BE 30kmF4A.png|30 km/h
</gallery>
* Living street (Woonerf / Zone résidentielle<!--https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Living_street-->): 20 km/h
* School zones and cycling streets (fietsstraat / rue cyclabe): 30 km/h
* Urban areas: (between white city boundary boards): 50 km/h
* Rural areas:
** Freeways: 120 km/h
** Express ways, 4 lanes and a solid median: 120 km/h
** All other roads outside cities: 90 km/h


[[File:SpeedLimitReminders.png|frameless|right|400px]]Some segments have unverified speed limits. These speed limits were predicted by waze. We must check each unverified speed limit. If it is correct, we can use the "Verified" check box.  If it is not correct, we must replace the speed limit value.
We will follow the guidelines on [[Benelux_Editing_Speed_Limits|Speed Limits in the BeNeLux]], with the following exception:


Pennsylvania follows the [[Speed_limits/USA|US guideline]] for speed limits, with a few exceptions listed below.
If there is no streetview available, or you cannot find signs on streetview, you are allowed to enter the default speed limit by an 'educated guess':
* Check if there is a school
* Does it look like a city or village?
* Does the road have separated GPS tracks?
* etc.


<table style="clear: both;">
<tr><td>[[Pennsylvania/Traffic_Signs|More about Traffic Signs]]</td><td><gallery mode="packed" heights="25px">
File:Stop_sign_ahead.PNG|link=http://waze.com/wiki/Pennsylvania/Traffic_Signs
File:One way.png|link=http://waze.com/wiki/Pennsylvania/Traffic_Signs
File:Do not enter3.PNG|link=http://waze.com/wiki/Pennsylvania/Traffic_Signs
File:Do not enter1.PNG|link=http://waze.com/wiki/Pennsylvania/Traffic_Signs
File:Do not enter2.png|link=http://waze.com/wiki/Pennsylvania/Traffic_Signs
</gallery></td></tr>
</table>
====Pennsylvania guidelines====
* If there is no SV, do not map SL. (No SV => No SL)
** Unless you have information from someone who has recently driven on the street, or from local ordinances listing speed limits.
* When a speed limit changes at an intersection, the sign for the new speed zone mighte be up to 200 feet after the intersection. If the speed limit changes more than 200 feet from the intersection, add a junction at the sign and make the speed limit change there.
* Long term work zone speed limits may be mapped instead of the "ordinary time" speed limits.
* Speed limit signs are supposed to be posted on every street, no further than 1/2 mile apart.
* If there is SV, and SV shows there are no signs, follow the PA guidelines for streets with no signs:
**35 miles per hour in any urban district.
**25 miles per hour in a residence district (unless it is a numbered route classified as a local highway)
**55 miles per hour in other locations.


* Do not guess. If there is no SV, and if there is no information from local drivers, we cannot know if there are signs or no signs.
''Notes'':
 
* The limits shown above apply only if there are no other signs present, as the signs may prescribe a lower or a higher speed limit.  
====Summary of National Guidelines====
* The sign for the city (with or without name) indicates a speed limit of 50 for the whole city. If another speed limit sign is within the borders of the city, it is only valid until the next intersection.
<div style="float:right;">[[File:Speed_Limit_70.png|50px|thumb|Right|Regulatory<br/>Yes]]<br/>[[File:Advisory Speed Plaque.png|50px|thumb|Advisory<br/>No]]</div>
* currently WME allows to specify only one speed limit for a single road segment. If a road has variable speed limits, we enter the lowest/highest/no speed limit (or  map only the speed limit which is in effect most of the time during daylight hours (most hours of the day, days of the week).
*Only map speeds found on '''regulatory''' white rectangular signs with black lettering.
* Do not map '''advisory''' speed limits (generally blue rectangular sign with white lettering).
* Do not map '''advisory''' speed limits (generally an orange or amber rectangular sign with black lettering).
* Where there are variable speed limits, map only the speed limit which is in effect most of the time during daylight hours (most hours of the day, days of the week).
* Do not map special speed limits for special vehicles. Waze only supports speed limits for private passenger cars.
* Do not map special speed limits for special vehicles. Waze only supports speed limits for private passenger cars.
* Where the speed limit changes, make it change in the map. A new junction may need to be added. But '''do not add a new junction for a speed limit if it will be within 200 feet of an existing junction.'''
* Where the speed limit changes, make it change in the map. A new junction may need to be added. But do not add a new junction for a speed limit if it will be within 20 meters.
 
===Elevation Guidelines===
Elevations should be mapped more-or-less realistically. Elevation numbers are relative. An overpass has a higher elevation than the road it passes over.
* If a seagull can fly right under it, it’s a bridge (level greater than 0).
* A road is only level = +2 if there’s another bridge (+1) running underneath it.
* If it is underground and covered over, check the tunnel checkbox. The road segment must begin at least 50 feet before GPS signal is lost, and continue at least 50 feet after GPS signal is recovered.
** If you see tunnels with negative (-1) elevations, leave them. If you create a new tunnel, set the lowest level to ground and set all crossing roads above that.
* For every other case the road is ground level (level = Ground), even if it’s artificially elevated or dug under street level.
*[[File:Tight_Marking.jpeg|thumbnail|right|Tight Marking]] '''Tight Marking'''. We mark bridges with level = +1.  In some cases we will need to split segments into two or more segments to mark only the right parts of the road as a bridge or a tunnel. This is Tight Marking.
* At interchanges, where there is already a nearby junction, it will often not be necessary to use "tight" marking for an elevation change on the overpass.  Use the existing junctions if at all reasonable.
 
===Road Segment Lock Guidelines===
{{Locking Standard<!-- per Regional SM Hangout discussion with OrbitC https://www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=569&t=177663 -->
    |lede=When you edit any segment during the mapraid, please set the lock level correctly.
 
Any road of a certain segment type must be locked '''at least''' to the rank (level) in the chart below. Roads may be locked higher for protection and special situations (areas with construction, tricky design, frequent mistakes, incorrect images, etc.).
    |title=Statewide
    |Fwy=5
    |Ramp=Highest rank of connected segments
    |MH=3
    |mH=3
    |PS=1 (Auto)
    |Street=1 (Auto)
    |Private=1 (Auto)
    |note={{Red|Do Not Mass Edit just to update locks to these standards}}
}}
 
===Base Map Areas===
There are still many areas in Pennsylvania which have not been touched by editors since the "base map" was imported in 2009. Only touch these areas if it is necessary to reach the objectives of this mapraid. If no information is available for setting Speed Limits, and no elevation adjustments are required, do not fix these parts of the map. These areas will be addressed at a later time.
 
* Before setting speed limits on a segment, set the road direction correctly and correct all turns and other obviously incorrect information.
* If roads are very bad and very difficult to fix, you may report the problem to a group leader.


== Editing Resources ==  
== Editing Resources ==  
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{{red|Warning: If you copy information from unauthorized sources, you may be removed from this mapraid. Also, every segment you edited may be removed from the map. Copying information from copyrighted sources is illegal!}}
{{red|Warning: If you copy information from unauthorized sources, you may be removed from this mapraid. Also, every segment you edited may be removed from the map. Copying information from copyrighted sources is illegal!}}


===PA Mapping Resources===
*[//docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1FLKClDyktJIHzXr-hOQQJJ42is7gEyHVjLgqA9GUEvQ/edit Highways Sheet] Choose a highway. Add the highway you are working on. This will help us coordinate with each other.
*[http://arcg.is/1ngIlDw Pennsylvania Speed Limit Map]. It is not 100% accurate where speed limit is changing.  It can help you find speed limit zones. Please confirm using WME Street View.
*[//www.paturnpike.com/pdfs/travel/Speed_Limit_Map_Phase%201.pdf Pennsylvania Turnpike Speed Limit Map] '''Only to help find where speed limits might change; must be verified from WME Street View'''
*[http://www.pacode.com/secure/data/067/chapter212/s212.108.html PA Title 67]
*[http://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/legis/LI/consCheck.cfm?txtType=HTM&ttl=75&div=0&chpt=33&sctn=62&subsctn=0 PA Title 75]


== Tools for this mapraid ==
== Tools for this mapraid ==


=== Basic References ===
=== Basic References ===
;[[Waze Map Editor/Welcome|New editor welcome page]]
;[[Benelux_WME_Quick-Start|Editing Quick-Start Guide]]
;[[Waze Map Editor]]
;[[Benelux_WME_Quick-Start#How_to_make_a_permalink|How to make a Permalink]] ([//www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYmU6UPCiZs watch on YouTube])
;[[Best Map Editing Practice]]
;[[Editing manual]]
;[[Common editing mistakes]]
;[[Permalink|How to make a Permalink]]; [//www.youtube.com/watch?v=xYmU6UPCiZs YouTube]
;[[WME Chat|All about using the WME Chat]]
;[http://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8WbeRGWGEOjQ1BvbHFtYlJSV2pIOVdyQlgtRmJzQUtHNjRz WME Reference Sheet<sup><small><nowiki>[PDF]</nowiki></small></sup>]
;[http://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8WbeRGWGEOjQ1BvbHFtYlJSV2pIOVdyQlgtRmJzQUtHNjRz WME Reference Sheet<sup><small><nowiki>[PDF]</nowiki></small></sup>]
:a printable double-sided tri-fold quick reference guide to some of the common topics used in WME.
:a printable double-sided tri-fold quick reference guide to some of the common topics used in WME.
;[[Community Plugins, Extensions and Tools]]
: links and descriptions to most of the editing scripts being used. Some of these are essential to good editing, and others make the editing process much easier. WME Validator, URO+, and WME Toolbox are highly recommended.
;[//www.youtube.com/watch?v=7f3GNL0_La0 How to Install a Chrome Extension (YouTube)]


=== Basic Scripts and Extensions ===
=== Highly Recommended Tools ===  
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      Replace the overlay link with the right one for your raid. 
      Here is an example from the SC raid
      [//greasyfork.org/en/scripts/10538-wme-south-carolina-overlay-6-21-2015 mapraid overlay]


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'''WME Color Highlights'''
;[//greasyfork.org/en/scripts/17476-wme-mapraid-pa-speed-limits-overlay Mapraid Overlay]
* This script adds color highlighting to segments and landmarks according to their status and type or other criteria.
:This script shows the boundaries of each mapraid group area. It may be useful to you if you have editable area in more than one mapraid group area.
;[//greasyfork.org/en/scripts/17578-wme-resource-links-pa PA speed limit popup]
:Use the speed limit sign to the left of the permalink icon(s) to pop up the PA Speed Limit map of the same point you are looking at the WME map.
;[//www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=40705#p369457 WME Color Highlights]
: Install [//chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/wme-color-highlights/ijnldkoicbhinlgnoigchihmegdjobjc Chrome Extension] or [//greasyfork.org/scripts/3206-wme-color-highlights tampermonkey / greasemonkey script]
: Check the option for "No Speed Limit" and Uncheck the other highlight options.  
: Check the option for "No Speed Limit" and Uncheck the other highlight options.  
: Segments with no speed limit or unverified speed limit will be highlighted orange.
: Segments with no speed limit or unverified speed limit will be highlighted orange.
;[//greasyfork.org/scripts/13774-wme-speedhelper Speed Limit Helper]
*Install the [//chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/wme-color-highlights/ijnldkoicbhinlgnoigchihmegdjobjc Chrome Extension] via Web Store, or the [//greasyfork.org/scripts/3206-wme-color-highlights addon] for use via [https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tampermonkey/dhdgffkkebhmkfjojejmpbldmpobfkfo TamperMonkey].
: Makes it easier to add the correct speed limits.
: Install for [//greasyfork.org/scripts/3206-wme-color-highlights Firefox]. Needs [https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/greasemonkey Greasemonkey] to install and use.
: tampermonkey/greasemonkey required
 
;[http://greasyfork.org/en/scripts/2103-wme-chat-addon WME Chat Addon]
'''WME Speedhelper'''
:a script that  improves the WME chat interface. For a list of all the features check the thread [http://www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=819&t=95038 here] --  Tampermonkey/Greasmonkey required
*[https://greasyfork.org/nl/scripts/13774-wme-speedhelper WME Speedhelper] has made inputting speed data easy, with the use of handy speedsign images. You just need to select one or more segments and click the speed you want in the menu left. If a segment isn't yet verified, don't worry, these check boxes will be automatically checked.  
*To use it, you need to have [https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tampermonkey/dhdgffkkebhmkfjojejmpbldmpobfkfo TamperMonkey] (Chrome) or  [https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/greasemonkey Greasemonkey] (Firefox) installed.
 
{{red|!!KEEP MIND THAT YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE USE OF ALL SCRIPTS!!}}
 
There is a [[Scripts|wiki page]] and a [[Community_Plugins,_Extensions_and_Tools|forum]] with more information about scripts.
 
====Specific tools for this MapRaid====
* There is an [https://greasyfork.org/en/scripts/18159-wme-belgium-sl Overlay] to view the boundaries of the RAID area via an extra layer. The areas are kept simple for smooth working in WME. Please note that the editing access rights can be more refined, especially around the border areas.
*To use it, you need to have [https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tampermonkey/dhdgffkkebhmkfjojejmpbldmpobfkfo TamperMonkey] (Chrome) or  [https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/greasemonkey Greasemonkey] (Firefox) installed.


===Advanced Scripts and Extensions===
===Advanced Scripts and Extensions===
; [//greasyfork.org/scripts/17087-wme-context-menu WME Context Menu]
'''WME Context Menu'''
: Right-click pop-up menu that works with speed limit helper.
* When you right-click a segment, [//greasyfork.org/scripts/17087-wme-context-menu WME Context Menu] shows a pop-up menu that works with WME Speedhelper. Read more about WME Context Menu in [//www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=819&t=178371 this forum topic]
: requires tampermonkey / greasemonkey. Works best alongside Speed Limit Helper.
*To use it, you need to have [https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tampermonkey/dhdgffkkebhmkfjojejmpbldmpobfkfo TamperMonkey] (Chrome) or  [https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/greasemonkey Greasemonkey] (Firefox) installed.
: Read more at [//www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=819&t=178371 WME Context Menu][[File:URO+ MPH.PNG|thumb|right|100px|URO+ settings to find speed limit URs]]
;[//greasyfork.org/en/scripts/1952-uroverview-plus-uro Search for mph URs using URO+]
:In the "misc" tab, scroll down to custom markers, choose the last one, and type "mph" in the text box.
:Speed Limit URs and elevation URs are the only ones we should be working with during this mapraid.
;WME Toolbox
:Now with a speed limit highlight option.
:This script has lots of ways to help remove unnecessary nodes, cut segments, locate "Soft Nodes", or nodes with undefined directions.
:* Install for [https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/wme-toolbox/ihebciailciabdiknfomleeccodkdejn?utm_source=chrome-app-launcher-info-dialog Chrome]
:* Install for [http://gitlab.com/doctorkb/wme-toolbox-public/raw/master/Dist/Firefox/wmetoolbox.xpi Firefox].
;[http://www.waze.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=76488 Validator]
:highlights issues on the map and can generate a very detailed report with U.S. wiki references and possible solutions.
:* [http://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/wme-validator/baojhpeknpmkhplkcnpdcficcaaniaih For Chrome Browser]
:* [http://greasyfork.org/scripts/1571-wme-validator GreasyFork.org For Firefox] -- Tampermonkey/Greasemonkey required


== Mapraid edit lists ==
'''URO+'''
[[File:URO+ MPH.PNG|thumb|right|100px|URO+ settings to find speed limit URs]]
* With [//greasyfork.org/en/scripts/1952-uroverview-plus-uro URO+] you can search for URs with kmh.
:In the "misc" tab, scroll down to custom markers, choose the last one, and type "kph" in the text box (instead of mph in the picture).
:Speed Limit URs are the only ones we should be working with during this mapraid.
*To use it, you need to have [https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/tampermonkey/dhdgffkkebhmkfjojejmpbldmpobfkfo TamperMonkey] (Chrome) or  [https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/greasemonkey Greasemonkey] (Firefox) installed.


Spreadsheets and forms are being used to streamline management of various group efforts and track important edits. Below you can find links to use these these forms, sheets, and see the lists.
'''WME Toolbox'''
* This is a script that facilitate the process of editing maps in the WME. It has a toolbar that facilitates the process of removing unnecessary nodes, cut segments, locate "Soft Nodes", or nodes with undefined directions. Most important for this mapraid, it has a speed limit highlight option.
* Install for [https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/wme-toolbox/ihebciailciabdiknfomleeccodkdejn?utm_source=chrome-app-launcher-info-dialog Chrome] or [http://gitlab.com/doctorkb/wme-toolbox-public/raw/master/Dist/Firefox/wmetoolbox.xpi Firefox].


== Results ==
== Results ==
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| text = Check back here after the raid is completed to see the results and achievements}}
| text = Check back here after the raid is completed to see the results and achievements}}


== MapRaid Promotions ==
Some editors really let their bright side out, and let their community skills shine. This is even more evident in a concerted group effort with high-density editing like a MapRaid!. Editors of all ranks working closely with each other and the Champs, really lets us everyone get to know each other, and allows certain editors to be recognized for their skills and effort.
When the Champs see someone consistently editing well, interacting well with the community, and knowledgeable of the various details from the Wiki, they can issue promotions. This can be anything from the size of a managed area, to a rank increase, or even a new role.




[[Category:Mapraid]]
[[Category:Mapraid]]

Latest revision as of 21:39, 21 March 2016

Right Belgium Speed Limit Mapraid 2016

  • Start: 25 Mar 2016 19:00:00 UTC
  • End: 10 Apr 2016 12:00:00 UTC

Date and Times are approximate.

If you would like to participate, please fill out this registration form . Registration is open until 22 Mar 2016 00:00:00 UTC.

Please do not make any edits in the raid area until after the raid begins. This will allow us to get good mapraid statistics.

Goals

The main goal of this MapRaid is adding speed limits in the Walloon region of Belgium.

If you see basic errors on the map, like bad turns, you can fix them along the way. However, keep focused on the mapraid goal. If you see bigger problems that can be addressed later, contact a raid leader or record it in this form.

Hosts

Editor Rank Roles
moweez (PM) 6 GC / MapRaid Coordinator
steveningelbrecht (PM) 6 GC / MapRaid Leader
tilto (PM) 4 LC
clubtratech (PM) 4 LC
wimvandierendonck (PM) 4 LC
gertbroos (PM) 4 LC
BenMimix (PM) 4 LC

Communication

Because of the multiple languages used in the BeNeLux, the main language is English. There is help for translations.

When working in the raid area, please set yourself to visible in WME chat. Also, turn on the Live Users layer. This will serve to collaborate smoothly and get quick help at your location if needed.

We will use Slack as the main communication platform. There is a special Slack Channel for this raid. If you are not already part of the Benelux Slack team, you will be invited shortly before the Raid starts.

Raid Area

This MapRaid has only 1 group, working together in the southern part of Belgium. We kindly urge you to stay within the raid area. Use the overlay as it roughly shows the border. The area neighbours France, Germany and the Netherlands. Please do not edit in other countries, even though you might have access. If something needs to be updated, inform one of the hosts who will contact the neighbouring country or use the form mentioned above.

Speed Limits guidelines

Change to metric for km



Speed Limits in Belgium are expressed in km/h. Always use the metric units setting (see picture) in WME when working with speed limits. There is a handy Speedhelper script that greatly facilitates entering speedlimits.


The speed limits of the roads shall be verified with WME Street View. Unless differently indicated by road signs, the following speed limits shall be used on map:

  • 20 km/h

    20 km/h

  • 30 km/h

    30 km/h

  • Living street (Woonerf / Zone résidentielle): 20 km/h
  • School zones and cycling streets (fietsstraat / rue cyclabe): 30 km/h
  • Urban areas: (between white city boundary boards): 50 km/h
  • Rural areas:
    • Freeways: 120 km/h
    • Express ways, 4 lanes and a solid median: 120 km/h
    • All other roads outside cities: 90 km/h

We will follow the guidelines on Speed Limits in the BeNeLux, with the following exception:

If there is no streetview available, or you cannot find signs on streetview, you are allowed to enter the default speed limit by an 'educated guess':

  • Check if there is a school
  • Does it look like a city or village?
  • Does the road have separated GPS tracks?
  • etc.


Notes:

  • The limits shown above apply only if there are no other signs present, as the signs may prescribe a lower or a higher speed limit.
  • The sign for the city (with or without name) indicates a speed limit of 50 for the whole city. If another speed limit sign is within the borders of the city, it is only valid until the next intersection.
  • currently WME allows to specify only one speed limit for a single road segment. If a road has variable speed limits, we enter the lowest/highest/no speed limit (or map only the speed limit which is in effect most of the time during daylight hours (most hours of the day, days of the week).
  • Do not map advisory speed limits (generally blue rectangular sign with white lettering).
  • Do not map special speed limits for special vehicles. Waze only supports speed limits for private passenger cars.
  • Where the speed limit changes, make it change in the map. A new junction may need to be added. But do not add a new junction for a speed limit if it will be within 20 meters.

Editing Resources

Only use sources that are allowed by Waze.

Allowed sources:

  • Satellite Imagery and Street-view from within WME.
  • Websites from businesses.
  • ...

NOT allowed sources:

  • Info from other Maps.
  • Google Maps
  • Google Street-view.

Warning: If you copy information from unauthorized sources, you may be removed from this mapraid. Also, every segment you edited may be removed from the map. Copying information from copyrighted sources is illegal!


Tools for this mapraid

Basic References

Editing Quick-Start Guide
How to make a Permalink (watch on YouTube)
WME Reference Sheet[PDF]
a printable double-sided tri-fold quick reference guide to some of the common topics used in WME.

Highly Recommended Tools

Many tools are essential for good editing, and others make the editing process much easier. Highly recommended for this mapraid are:

WME Color Highlights

  • This script adds color highlighting to segments and landmarks according to their status and type or other criteria.
Check the option for "No Speed Limit" and Uncheck the other highlight options.
Segments with no speed limit or unverified speed limit will be highlighted orange.
Install for Firefox. Needs Greasemonkey to install and use.

WME Speedhelper

  • WME Speedhelper has made inputting speed data easy, with the use of handy speedsign images. You just need to select one or more segments and click the speed you want in the menu left. If a segment isn't yet verified, don't worry, these check boxes will be automatically checked.
  • To use it, you need to have TamperMonkey (Chrome) or Greasemonkey (Firefox) installed.

!!KEEP MIND THAT YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE USE OF ALL SCRIPTS!!

There is a wiki page and a forum with more information about scripts.

Specific tools for this MapRaid

  • There is an Overlay to view the boundaries of the RAID area via an extra layer. The areas are kept simple for smooth working in WME. Please note that the editing access rights can be more refined, especially around the border areas.
  • To use it, you need to have TamperMonkey (Chrome) or Greasemonkey (Firefox) installed.

Advanced Scripts and Extensions

WME Context Menu

URO+

URO+ settings to find speed limit URs
  • With URO+ you can search for URs with kmh.
In the "misc" tab, scroll down to custom markers, choose the last one, and type "kph" in the text box (instead of mph in the picture).
Speed Limit URs are the only ones we should be working with during this mapraid.

WME Toolbox

  • This is a script that facilitate the process of editing maps in the WME. It has a toolbar that facilitates the process of removing unnecessary nodes, cut segments, locate "Soft Nodes", or nodes with undefined directions. Most important for this mapraid, it has a speed limit highlight option.
  • Install for Chrome or Firefox.

Results

 Check back here after the raid is completed to see the results and achievements
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