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County staff propose Model B ordinance to authorize speed cameras, including designated school zones

Allegany County Board of Commissioners · March 26, 2026
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Summary

County staff presented two draft enabling models to authorize speed-monitoring systems under state law and recommended a model that explicitly designates school zones and vests placement authority with the sheriff; staff will return with an ordinance draft in two weeks.

Lee, a county staff member, presented two draft models to enable speed-monitoring systems under the Maryland Transportation Article §21-809 and recommended the more detailed “Model B.” He said Model B would formally designate school zones (the state code allows a school zone up to a half-mile from the school or areas of school-related activity) and would vest authority to…

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