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Pembroke Park approves first reading of ordinance allowing speed cameras in school zones
Summary
On first reading the commission approved an ordinance that would allow speed detection systems in school zones; supporters said the systems promote child safety while opponents said camera fines function like a tax and prefer active enforcement.
The Town of Pembroke Park commission on March 13 approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-02, which would add a code section allowing speed detection systems (photo enforcement) in school zones and provide for school-crossing guard recruitment and retention programs.
The ordinance tracks recent state law amendments that specifically permit camera-based speed detection in school zones, the town attorney said. The attorney clarified that data from speed…
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