New Proposal Would Install Traffic Cameras to Catch Illegal Parking in NYC

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New York City could implement traffic cameras to monitor and ticket illegal parking, thanks to new legislation proposed in the state Assembly.

The legislation, first reported by Gothamist, would create a pilot program installing 150 traffic cameras across the city to rein in drivers who double park and block key infrastructure, like bike lanes, loading zones and fire hydrants.

Under the $35 million proposal, drivers caught illegally parking would get a ticket in the mail with fines up to $50 for the first offense and $250 for additional offenses within a year.

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