BOONTON — The Town of Boonton will launch a SafetyStick pilot program beginning in July 2026 on Main Street, using solar-powered bollards designed to help improve pedestrian safety and reduce illegal parking in designated no-parking areas.
According to the town, the SafetySticks will capture photographic evidence of possible parking violations, including the date, time and location. The information will be securely transmitted to the Boonton Police Department for review. Officials emphasized that no citations will be issued automatically. A summons will only be mailed to the registered vehicle owner if police confirm that a violation occurred.
The program is intended to improve visibility at crosswalks and intersections by keeping restricted areas clear for pedestrians, motorists and emergency access. The town said the devices will initially be placed in high-priority areas along Main Street where no-parking zones are frequently violated.
As part of the rollout, Boonton will also designate the first two parking spaces on each 100 block off Main Street as delivery-only parking from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. daily. Outside those hours, the spaces will be available for 15-minute parking to support quick customer visits and downtown access.
The town said SafetyStick uses solar power and radar technology to detect vehicles that stop or park illegally in restricted zones. The town also stated that the system captures images of license plates and violations only, and does not record personal images or audio.
Boonton officials said the goal of the pilot program is safety, not revenue generation, and that visible signage and community outreach will accompany the launch.
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