The City of North Miami Beach (City) contracted with American Traffic Solutions (ATS) d/b/a Verra Mobility to provide red light camera enforcement at various intersections throughout the City. The current contract became effective December 15, 2016 and expired on May 6, 2022. At this time, the North Miami Beach Police Department (NMBPD) is operating under a contract extension which will expire on September 6, 2022.
Safety is the key when it comes to the red-light camera program. Not only does the program help reduce traffic accidents it assists when it comes to investigations by finding video with vehicles involved in major crimes (i.e. Shootings, Homicides, etc.). The program generated over $972,000 net to the city after paying Verra Mobility and the State since January 2021.
The previous contract required the City to pay a fee of $4250 per camera monthly, plus the cost of mailing notices to violators. Also, there is a cost for the salary of the Community Service Officer, who monitors and manages the program. Additional costs include the normal operating budget and the cost of a magistrate for monthly hearings.