There is growing controversy surrounding the company behind New York's red light and speed cameras. They have been sued by the city in the past over accusations of overbilling for unnecessary work and yet, they continue to be awarded more contracts.Meet the company behind New York’s red light and speed cameras: Verra Mobility Corporation.
As a result of the whistleblower’s accusations, in March 2021, the Department of Investigation designated a monitor to oversee Verra’s work, while this case was playing out. According to the agreement obtained by Fox 5 News, this monitor will likely be overseeing Verra until March 2024 or later. While this all has been playing out on the city level, the state also has invested interests with Verra.
About a month after this state contract was finalized, on September 15, 2022, Verra contributed $5,000 to Governor Kathy Hochul’s campaign. The contract was awarded by the State Department of Transportation which said that they selected Verra over Conduent because the company offered the "best value proposal."