Officials in N.Y.’s Nassau County Endorse Speed Cameras in School Zones

April 21, 2014

Officials in Long Island’s Nassau County, in the western part of Long Island, have formally asked for state permission to install up to 56 speed cameras in school zones.

The County Legislature unanimously supported the speed camera resolution on April 17. State lawmakers have the final say on whether to allow the devices. They would raise millions of dollars for the cash-strapped county.

New York’s state legislative leaders and Gov. Andrew Cuomo support the idea. The state Legislature is expected to consider it later this spring.

Those caught speeding in a school zone would face $50 fines.

Neighboring Suffolk County also wants to place cameras in school zones. County officials are expected to make their formal request to the state on Tuesday.

New York City already has 20 school zone cameras and is asking to add 120 more.

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