Cities Implement Speed Cameras in School Zones Across U.S.

Cities across the United States are advancing new measures to improve safety in school zones, primarily through lowering speed limits and installing speed enforcement cameras. In Los Angeles, a City Council committee approved a plan to implement 15 mph speed limits on 343 streets near 201 schools, with funding already allocated and installation expected within weeks. Meanwhile, Boca Raton and Wellington in Florida are moving forward with installing speed cameras, enabled by a recent state law; Boca Raton has partnered with RedSpeed Florida LLC, and Wellington plans to use Jenoptik North America Inc., with fines and a public awareness campaign preceding enforcement. Chattanooga, Tennessee, is also launching a pilot program to install speed cameras at 10 schools, with the potential for expansion. These efforts are part of broader strategies that combine data-driven enforcement with education to address dangerous driving behaviors such as speeding and distracted driving. Collectively, these initiatives reflect a nationwide push to enhance student safety by targeting high-risk areas around schools.