The Brief
- With all the growth Lakeland has been experiencing, red-light camera violations have actually increased over the years.
- It’s another reason why the city is taking a closer look at where these cameras and school speed zone cameras should be located.
- The city approved its red-light camera program back in 2009 to enhance safety on the roadways.
LAKELAND, Fla. – With all the growth Lakeland has been experiencing, red-light camera violations have actually increased over the years. This is another reason why the city is taking a closer look at where these cameras and school speed zone cameras should be located.
The backstory:
The city approved its red-light camera program back in 2009 to enhance safety on the roadways. There are currently six red-light camera locations throughout the city:
- Memorial @ Brunell Parkway – WB
- Florida Ave @ George Jenkins – NB/SB
- Memorial Blvd @ N. Florida Ave – WB
- Bartow Rd @ New Jersey – NB
- Kathleen Rd @ 14th St – NB
- Massachusetts Ave @ Parker – NB/SB
Two new locations, approved Monday, will be located at Florida Avenue at George Jenkins Boulevard and Massachusetts Avenue at East Parker Street.…