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Sharon Board reviews draft speed-camera ordinance, seeks attorney guidance
Summary
The Sharon Board of Selectmen reviewed a draft ordinance to authorize speed-camera citations, noted Attorney DiBella’s prior review and asked First Selectman Flanagan to follow up with the attorney; the board suggested an informational meeting before any Town Meeting vote and flagged the need for a vendor agreement outlining use of citation funds.
Sharon’s Board of Selectmen discussed a draft ordinance at its Feb. 24 meeting that would authorize speed-camera enforcement in town and specify how funds from citations could be used.
Attorney DiBella has reviewed the draft and the board noted it is similar to an ordinance adopted by the Town of Washington and one rejected by the Town of Kent. Board members raised questions about the draft and asked First Selectman Flanagan to review those questions with Attorney DiBella. The recorded process is to adopt an ordinance first and then enter a vendor Agreement; the minutes record a suggestion that the town hold an informational meeting before a Town Meeting so residents can review both the ordinance and proposed Agreement.
No motion to adopt the ordinance was taken at the meeting and no vote was recorded. The board also noted that the Board of Finance will review the materials as part of the process. The minutes do not describe specific camera locations, citation amounts, or the vendor under consideration.
Speakers referenced in the discussion include First Selectman Flanagan and Attorney DiBella.
