We thank all who responded to the Jonah Center’s February 2024 survey on Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Devices (ATESDs) also known as speed and red-light cameras. We submitted to the City of Middletown the list of names and addresses of those in favor of using this technology to make our streets safer Read more about the issue here. Middletown’s Police Department is supportive of this technology to improve road safety and is proposing an ordinance change to allow its use.

On August 5, Middletown’s Common Council tabled (to allow for more discussion) a resolution to amend the Code of Ordinances to allow ATESDs to be deployed in Middletown at locations allowed by state law. The proposed ordinance is expected to be on the Sept. 3 Council agenda.

A similar petition or letter signed by Portland residents was recently sent to Portland officials, asking that the subject be placed on an upcoming agenda of the Portland Board of Selectmen.