Police chief flags cost concerns for red light cameras; traffic study pending
Summary
Chief Ron Curtis told the commission red light camera systems are expensive, questioned whether rental fees could be recouped, and noted a traffic study is under way after a prior study did not support the program.
Chief Ron Curtis briefed commissioners on consideration of red light cameras, stating the equipment is costly and expressing concern that the city might not recover rental and operating expenses through fines or fees. Curtis noted that a current traffic study is being conducted to evaluate need, and that a previous study did not support implementing the program.
The minutes record staff-level analysis and concern but show no motion or decision to pursue red light cameras; commissioners did not take an action during the workshop. Any future proposal would be contingent on traffic-study results and further financial analysis.
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