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Margate commissioners reopen debate on school‑zone speed cameras; second reading set for April
Summary
The Margate City Commission spent more than two hours debating an ordinance that would authorize speed detection systems in school zones. Commissioners and residents disagreed over whether cameras improve safety or primarily generate revenue; staff said the item will return for a second reading in April.
The City Commission of Margate on March 19 discussed an ordinance that would authorize use of speed detection systems in school zones and agreed to return the item for a second reading in April.
Vice Mayor Arcerio, who said he had been an early supporter, urged the commission to adopt the ordinance now so the city could implement cameras quickly later if other municipalities show positive results. "Passing the ordinance does not mean we're gonna install the cameras. It just would allow us to if we wanted to in the future," Vice Mayor Arcerio said.
The discussion centered on two competing arguments: proponents said automated enforcement reduces speeding and can fund additional public‑safety measures, while opponents called the cameras a revenue…
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