NYC Expands Camera Enforcement to Speed Bus Service

MTA adds automated camera enforcement to Q60 and B12 bus routes after 60-day warning period

MTA Adds Camera Enforcement to Q60, B12 Routes

Two more bus routes in Queens and Brooklyn will get automated camera enforcement to keep lanes clear and buses moving faster. The MTA announced Tuesday that the Q60 and B12 routes will be equipped with Automated Camera Enforcement cameras starting with a 60-day warning period that began Monday, March 16. During this initial period, vehicles blocking bus lanes or stops will receive warning notices rather than fines, giving drivers time to adjust.

Background on Bus Lane Enforcement

The ACE program launched in June 2024 and has rapidly expanded across all five boroughs to address persistent problems with vehicles blocking bus routes. Transit officials said the enforcement targets cars that improperly use busways and bus lanes, block bus stops, or illegally double park in areas designated for buses. The initiative operates through a partnership between the MTA, the New York City Department of Transportation, and the New York City Department of Finance. All corridors with active camera enforcement feature signage indicating cameras are in use.

Fines and Program Scale

After the warning period ends, violators will face fines starting at $50 for first-time offenses and escalating to $250 for repeat violations. The ACE program now covers 56 routes with over 1,600 buses equipped with cameras, spanning 560 miles and serving more than one million customers on average weekdays, according to MTA data. The expansion to the Q60 and B12 routes continues the agency's rollout of automated enforcement across the city's busiest bus corridors. Officials said detailed information about affected routes is available at mta.info/ace.

Implementation Timeline

The 60-day warning period that began Monday, March 16, will continue through mid-May before actual summonses are issued to violators. The MTA announced the expansion on March 12, giving riders and drivers several days' notice before enforcement began. Transit officials said the warning period allows drivers to become familiar with the new camera locations and adjust their behavior before facing financial penalties.

Impact on Riders and Service

The camera enforcement has demonstrated measurable improvements on routes where it's already active, with some segments achieving speed gains of nearly 30%, a 20% reduction in collisions, and a 40% reduction in blocked bus stops, according to MTA data. Riders on the Q60 and B12 can expect faster, more reliable service once the cameras are fully operational. Moovit provides real-time updates for MTA bus routes, helping riders track their buses and plan trips across the city's transit network.