JAMES CITY COUNTY, Va. (WAVY) — Drivers in James City County can expect new speed cameras in school zones starting August 25, according to the James City County Police.
The cameras are designed to improve traffic safety in school zones by utilizing technology to detect and cite speeding violations. Citations will be issued to drivers who exceed the speed limit by more than 10 mph, police said.
There will be a 30-day warning period before the cameras begin issuing citations. During this period, drivers who violate speed limits in designated zones will receive warning notices by mail.
The cost of the citations issued by the cameras will be $100.
Cameras will be located at the following locations:
- Toano Middle School
- Norge Elementary School
- Stonehouse Elementary School
- D.J. Montague Elementary School
- Clara Byrd Baker Elementary School
- James River Elementary School
- Lafayette High School
Installation work will occur during daytime hours and will involve signage, radar devices and camera hardware along roadways near several schools.
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