Philadelphia Expands Speed Camera Program Near Northeast High School
What happened
The speed camera program in Philadelphia is expanding, with cameras added in the school zone of Northeast High School along Cottman Avenue. A 60-day warning period began before tickets are mailed to speeding drivers. The Philadelphia Parking Authority reported that 62% of tickets issued on Roosevelt Boulevard and 59% of tickets issued on Broad Street have been paid.
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Why it matters
The program generates millions of dollars from speed camera tickets, which are awarded by the state and reinvested into communities across the city. The enforcement program was approved by state lawmakers with the goal of making roads safer for everyone.
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Who's involved
- PhiladelphiaThe city jurisdiction implementing the speed enforcement program.
- WilsonA resident of Northeast Philadelphia who commented on the program.
- Northeast High SchoolThe high school whose school zone is now subject to the new cameras.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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The city might see increased revenue from fines, which could fund community reinvestment.
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The entities involved
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Philadelphia
largest city in Pennsylvania, United States
- Wilson