Surveillance Cameras
Summary
Chandler is rethinking its automated license plate reader cameras after residents raised serious privacy flags. The city council now faces a showdown over whether to scrap the surveillance tech entirely or keep tracking drivers.
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Impact analysis
Taxpayers could see funds shifted depending on whether the city cancels the camera contracts or continues paying to maintain and operate the tech.
Privacy advocates and residents worried about government tracking win big if these cameras get the boot.
Law enforcement agencies lose a handy automated tool for tracking vehicles if the cameras are taken down.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Fate of Chandler Flock camera system in question after public outcry
Fate of Chandler Flock camera system in question after public outcry azcentral.com and The Arizona Republic
Chandler City Council tables decision on Flock license plate cameras
Chandler City Council tables decision on Flock license plate cameras ABC15 Arizona
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