On Thursday afternoon, an announcement on the Town of Greenwich website said the First Selectman temporarily suspended the school zone speed camera program until further notice.
The announcement says the Town received complaints about the speed cameras, each of which was taken seriously and evaluated. Though the announcement says most of the complaints were found to be without merit, some complaints led to further evaluation.
Speed camera signage on Hillside Rd at the intersection of East Putnam Ave. Photo: Leslie Yager April 1, 2026
“Following an internal review of the procedures used to implement the speed camera program in the vicinity of Greenwich schools, it was determined that the approval process was not completed entirely as required,” the announcement states.
Specifically, the town determined that a public hearing and additional local approval were necessary prior to the implementation of the program.
“The Town takes its procedural obligations seriously, and it is important that this program be brought into full compliance before moving forward,” the announcement continues, adding that effective immediately, the Town of Greenwich is suspending the School Zone Speed Camera Program until further notice.
“The speed camera initiative was driven by resident concerns about speeding in Greenwich and is fully aligned with the Town of Greenwich’s commitment to improving roadway safety for all residents, particularly the children and families in our school communities. This suspension does not reflect a change in that commitment. In fact, GPD has reported the cameras did result in reductions in speeding, so even with this pause, the department will be monitoring these areas.”
At the last Selectmen meeting, First Selectman Camillo said a public presentation on the speed cameras was tentatively set for April 20 and would include some time for questions following the presentation.
Thursday’s announcement said the Town will work to make sure the program meets State requirements and will update the public on plans for a public hearing.
“We recognize that residents will have questions, and we want to assure you that we are committed to keeping the public informed. We ask for your patience as we work through next steps, and we will be providing additional information as it becomes available. We are also working to update the program to be responsive to issues that have been raised, such as the time frame for appeals.”
The speed camera enforcement program got off to a rough start when residents said the 10 days to appeal a violation was inadequate.
The announcement does not mention whether outstanding violations must be paid or if any refunds will be issued, but the program has a link to a hearing request form that is still active.
The speed camera program also generated complaints on social media that the reduced speeds were so slow that cars were jamming on their brakes on Putnam Ave and North Street, for example. Some people reported receiving several tickets in a short period of time, adding up to hundreds of dollars in fines.
An online petition against the speed camera program launched in early March has 1225 signatures.
In January the police announced there were 7,225 violations.
In a February radio interview Police Chief Heavey estimated that with about 8 of the 9 cameras had resulted in about a 90% reduction of speeders.
“We do have quite a few tickets, but the numbers are coming down and the word is getting out,” he said at the time.
People also questioned where the funds went.
Police said Blue Line Solutions was receiving $17.50 for a $50 ticket (35%) and police were receiving the remaining 65%.
People also complained they didn’t know the hours each camera was enforced. The schools that had active speed cameras were: GHS, Eagle Hill, Greenwich Academy, Central Middle School, North Street School, Brunswick Lower, Parkway School and Glenville School.
After the announcement was released, Democratic Selectwoman Rachel Khanna issued a statement, noting, “I am supportive of traffic safety initiatives in town, but I was not involved in the decision to install the speed cameras in town. Those votes were taken prior to my term on the Board of Selectmen. I am a firm believer in following proper process and I am confident that the town will take the necessary steps to ensure all obligations are met. I will do my part to make sure that happens and to keep the public updated.”
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This article was updated to include a statement from Democratic Selectwoman Rachel Khanna