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Panama City residents, officials debate use of automated cameras in school zones
Summary
Residents and city staff discussed a proposed one-year test of automated speed enforcement in school zones, focusing on how revenue would be used, privacy and enforcement processes, and alternative safety measures such as signage, pedestrian infrastructure and targeted enforcement.
Brian Grama, a Panama City resident, urged city officials to use fees from proposed school‑zone speed cameras to fund pedestrian safety improvements rather than put the money into the general fund. “I would like to see that money go for a specific purpose that kind of helps why we're doing it in the first place,” Grama said.
City staff described the program as a limited, one‑year test and said state law governs where fine revenue may be allocated. “There's a specific percentage, commissioner. You're correct. Most of it does go to public safety,” a city staff member said. The staff member also said tickets would not be automatic: “A Panama City sworn law enforcement officer or LEO…
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