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Charlotte County approves traffic-enforcement pilot with 60-day phase-in
Summary
The Board approved a contract to start a traffic-enforcement pilot with Blue Line, including a 60-day phased warning period; supervisors debated contract length and camera use before voting to accept the proposal with the phase‑in and further negotiation on terms.
The Charlotte County Board of Supervisors voted to accept a proposed traffic-enforcement pilot with Blue Line, adopting a 60‑day phased-in warning period for affected residents.
Supervisors noted that town councils and the sheriff supported the program and that the phased-in period would give citizens notice before full enforcement. Discussion focused on contract length: some supervisors preferred a short term (13 months) with annual review, while others pointed out the vendor requires a longer contract to recoup a substantial upfront investment; supervisors discussed 3‑ to 5‑year terms as reasonable. The board adopted the proposal with the stipulation of a 60‑day phase-in and directed staff to start negotiations with the vendor and towns.
The motion to accept the proposal with the 60‑day phase-in passed by voice vote. The board flagged outstanding items for staff follow-up, including finalizing contract length and ensuring school-zone signage and studies are completed before enforcement begins in additional locations.
Next steps: staff will continue negotiations with the vendor and towns, clarify contract duration and ROI terms, and arrange implementation timing consistent with the phase-in and required signage work.
