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Olympia Considers Speed Cameras for Safety | Seattle News
Olympia is considering speed safety cameras to slash speeding and protect pedestrians—here’s what you need to know: approved by state law since 2005, these cameras would target high-risk zones like schools, hospitals, and accident-prone streets, with strict privacy rules and no facial recognition. The city can install up to six cameras (seven if population hits 60K), and fines max out at $145—or double in school/crash zones—with revenue funding safety projects. Before deployment, the council must pass new laws, assess community impact, and post warning signs for 30 days. Cameras won’t replace…
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