Have you had any red light camera mix-ups?
[UPDATE] A compliance mix-up with a red light camera in southwestern Philadelphia may end up costing the city more than $1 million in lost revenue. Have you had any problems with red light cameras?
[UPDATE] A compliance mix-up with a red light camera in southwestern Philadelphia may end up costing the city about $1 million in lost revenue.
NBC10 reported previously that the Philadelphia Parking Authority failed to post a warning sign at the intersection of Island Avenue and Lindberg Boulevard in southwestern Philadelphia when the red light camera was first activated last year.
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The required sign wasn’t posted until mid-February, beginning a 60-day grace period. As a result of the delay, any fines collected from violations that were picked up by the camera between February 11, 2012, and April 13, 2012, must be returned.
At $100 a pop, that adds up to a big payout from the city. And think about this: about a million dollars collected in just two months from one intersection. Drivers take note: Watch out for those red lights. You might have to pay next time. Let’s hope it doesn’t cost you more than money.
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