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Avondale Council Ends Speed Cameras, Shifts Focus to Officers

11/6/2025

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The Avondale City Council voted 5-2 to terminate its Speed Safety Camera Program, which began in May 2022 and issued over 12,100 citations.
The city will redirect resources toward traffic officer vacancies and other enforcement methods.
In Wellington County, the provincial government banned automated speed enforcement cameras, despite support and data indicating reduced speeds.
Critics argue the ban undermines road safety, while proponents cite alternatives like improved road design.

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Story summary

The Avondale City Council voted 5-2 to terminate its Speed Safety Camera Program, which began in May 2022 and issued over 12,100 citations.
The city will redirect resources toward traffic officer vacancies and other enforcement methods.
In Wellington County, the provincial government banned automated speed enforcement cameras, despite support and data indicating reduced speeds.
Critics argue the ban undermines road safety, while proponents cite alternatives like improved road design.