City Commission Virtual Workshop

The City of Panama City held a virtual City Commission workshop on August 4, 2026, focusing primarily on the implementation of automated school zone speed enforcement through a contract with Redspeed. The discussion included updates on the upcoming launch of the program coinciding with the start of the school year, data analysis from pilot studies, and considerations for enforcement hours and camera locations. Commissioners emphasized transparency, public communication, and proper signage and road markings to ensure fairness and public safety. The meeting also covered the allocation of fine revenues toward public safety projects such as police vehicles, speed trailers, and school zone safety improvements. Additionally, the commission received an update on a forthcoming proposal from Urban3 for infrastructure and revenue analysis to inform future city planning. No formal votes were taken, but several action items were identified, including reviewing camera placements, improving signage, and tracking the use of enforcement funds.