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Automated License Plate Reader Cameras Purchase

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Last discussed Jan 27, 2026.

Public comments (8)

OpposedPaul ValancourtJan 27, 2026

Argued against ALPR cameras citing academic studies showing error rates, privacy invasions, and lack of crime reduction.

Town Board - Regular — January 26, 2026 · 10:13 →
OpposedChris BerkumJan 27, 2026

Expressed opposition to license plate readers and urged the board to vote no.

Town Board - Regular — January 26, 2026 · 17:00 →
OpposedAdam CarterJan 27, 2026

Highlighted cybersecurity vulnerabilities in surveillance technology and urged policy audits and data opt-outs.

Town Board - Regular — January 26, 2026 · 13:59 →
OpposedGeorge HartJan 27, 2026

Opposed ALPR deployment and noted low success statistics on transparency portals.

Town Board - Regular — January 26, 2026 · 14:14 →
OpposedScott ConwayJan 27, 2026

Criticized terms of service agreements for surveillance vendors and questioned prior unauthorized contract signing.

Town Board - Regular — January 26, 2026 · 19:16 →
OpposedCharlie GrohoviakJan 27, 2026

Expressed disappointment over the ALPR vote and thanked Councilmember O'Malley for attempting to table the item.

Town Board - Regular — January 26, 2026 · 56:08 →
OpposedEric SackshockJan 27, 2026

Challenged claims about camera effectiveness and urged board members to listen to unanimous public sentiment.

Town Board - Regular — January 26, 2026 · 1:08:00 →
ConcernedKaren KohlhagenJan 27, 2026

Thanked Councilmember O'Malley for willingness to table and questioned why other board members refused to examine potential abuses.

Town Board - Regular — January 26, 2026 · 1:08:25 →