Gotcha: Greenwich District 7 Caught up in the Snare of Speed Cameras
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In Greenwich, the morning commute has transitioned from a routine to a high-stakes calculation. If you drive through District 7, you are currently at the center of the town’s new automated traffic enforcement experiment.
Town Hall Advice: First Selectman Fred Camillo addressed the growing backlash. He acknowledged hearing from a "number of residents who are upset" about the new automated citations but remained firm on the policy. Camillo argued that the program is a matter of "common sense" safety, prioritizing the protection of students over the convenience of drivers.
A Massive Surge in Ticketing: The scale of the number of automated tickets is best understood by comparing it to traditional manual enforcement. In a typical month, Greenwich Police perform roughly 607 motor vehicle stops, resulting in approximately 282 infractions. It is a human-led process that allows for warnings and officer discretion. January 2026 told a different story: a massive 7,225 tickets were issued via camera, with another 9,537 violations pending review.
The D7 District Snare: The geography of the enforcement reveals why District 7 (North Central Greenwich) residents feel uniquely targeted. The district is home to three major camera hubs: Greenwich High School, North Street School, and Greenwich Academy—and borders Central Middle School (D8). Many of the roads are long, straight stretches where it is easy to pick up speed.
Confusion: Drivers are often caught off guard by the timing. While official policy states cameras enforce the reduced speed only when beacons are flashing, many residents are reporting tickets that feel like they came out of nowhere. The rule of thumb is simple but strict: If those lights are yellow and you are doing 11 mph over that 20 or 25 mph school zone limit, there is no argument—the camera has won.
Between the Lines: There are currently no speed cameras south of I-95/Route One. It is hard to speed in the school zones of the narrow, stop-sign-heavy streets of Byram (D4), Riverside (D5) or Old Greenwich (D6). No wonder the residents of D7 feel singled out.