School Zone Speed Camera Program Launch
Summary
The camera program has issued 2,344 notices and collected $61,074 since April 1, with all seven special magistrate challenges upheld. Punta Gorda is expected to mirror the county's school-hours-only flashing schedule to avoid confusing drivers.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
$61,074 collected since April 1, restricted by state law to program administration and other public safety uses, with a revenue split with vendor Red Speed.
School children, pedestrians, and drivers near school zones who benefit from slower traffic.
Speeders — one was clocked at 59 mph in a 30 mph zone at Neil Armstrong Elementary.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners Local Transportation Quarterly Meeting - Jul 21, 2026
The camera program has issued 2,344 notices and collected $61,074 since April 1, with all seven special magistrate challenges upheld. Punta Gorda is expected to mirror the county's school-hours-only flashing schedule to avoid confusing drivers.
Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners Quarterly Transportation Meeting - Feb 13, 2026
Speed cameras go live in a warning phase February 27 at nine schools countywide, with $100 citations starting April 1. The program is self-funded and revenue is earmarked for school safety-related uses like crossing guards and hazardous-walking-condition fixes.
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