Lawmaker backs red light cameras in New Rochelle
City officials say the cameras will help enhance public safety and save the city money. (January 7, 2013 6:26 PM)
As New Rochelle officials weigh red light cameras, they've already got a powerful backer for the initiative.
State Sen. George Latimer (D-Rye) supports the controversial traffic enforcement devices, and a spokesman said he would sponsor legislation in the Republican-controlled state Senate authorizing the city to install them, if asked.
Not that he has been asked to do so yet.
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