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Letter: Speed Cameras Near Schools Should Be Allowed In Westchester

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 Legislation being pushed by Mayor De Blasio in Albany and introduced in the NYS senate and Assembly, would increase the number of speed cameras in school zones from 140 camera’s to 750. A great idea. The legislation, if approved would allow cameras to be installed up to a half mile away from school entrances. The current limit in NYC is a quarter mile. The cameras would be operational seven days a week from 6 AM to 10 PM. And the city would be required to install signs within 300 feet of a camera alerting drivers that the devices are in use.

This legislation could save lives. It’s a no brainer. Only one problem with the bill: It only applies to NYC. Suburban communities like Greenburgh can’t implement this safety initiative near crosswalks going to area schools. In recent months I have received many complaints about speeding near schools from parents and children who worry about safety. The town has been building more sidewalks near schools but it will take many years and millions of dollars to make our town a truly pedestrian friendly community.

Why should the lives of children in NYC be treated differently than the lives of children who cross the street in Westchester? Speed camera’s should be authorized near schools throughout the state.

I would welcome your efforts to lobby state lawmakers to adopt this legislation.

PAUL FEINER

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