Brooklyn Heights continues exploring speed cameras on I-480; council to seek public input

On June 16, 2026 the Village of Brooklyn Heights Safety Committee continued exploring the possible use of speed cameras on I-480 and Shaft Road and agreed to contact a vendor to develop a timeline and cost estimate before any formal legislation is introduced, Mayor Michael Procuk said.

Councilman Mark Lasky told colleagues the Finance Committee had already held three meetings on the subject and recommended consulting the Police Department for its operational perspective before moving forward. "I did not want to set a precedent of scheduling additional meetings solely because attendance at previous meetings was low," Lasky said, arguing that following the normal ordinance process would provide publicly advertised opportunities for resident input.

Police Chief Leahy summarized the tradeoffs between camera enforcement and officer-conducted traffic stops, saying "traditional traffic enforcement on I-480 places officers at risk due to the dangers of roadside stops, while speed cameras could provide a safer method of enforcement." He added that the committee would need further discussion about staffing, overtime and "the potential impact on officer retention and morale."

Mayor Procuk said he supported scheduling further public outreach and recommended contacting the vendor to clarify the timeline, costs, signage requirements and next steps. He said he believed cameras on Shaft Road and I-480 "could improve public safety by addressing speeding concerns while allowing officers to remain focused on patrolling Village streets rather than responding to frequent incidents on the interstate." The meeting concluded with no vote; council agreed to seek additional information and to proceed through the standard ordinance process so residents would have multiple opportunities to comment.