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Council approves Digitech camera system for Public Works yard to curb theft and vandalism
Summary
After presentations of five vendor options, the council authorized a Digitech camera and sensor system for the Public Works yard; the vendor's bid fits available one‑time donated funds and avoids recurring subscription costs on the general fund.
City staff presented five security proposals to improve surveillance at the Public Works yard following repeated break‑ins and vandalism. The city previously received a one‑time $25,000 donation from AES Solar to address yard security; staff presented estimates for multiple vendors and recommended the Digitech solution as the option that met the donation amount without adding a reoccurring general‑fund subscription.
Staff explained Digitech would install cameras, motion sensors, spotlights and red/blue visual deterrents, and that the system can be integrated with the city dispatch center so public‑safety staff can view alerts and live video. Council members and staff discussed options to ensure monitoring coverage and to configure escalation so dispatch would be alerted (and could alert on‑call staff) when off‑hours motion is detected.
Public comment included residents noting low‑cost off‑the‑shelf camera systems and urging caution about ongoing subscription fees. In roll call, council approved the Digitech contract (install + equipment) for $17,615; the motion passed unanimously.
Staff said Digitech would implement the system and coordinate with dispatch for monitoring and alarm routing; staff also noted that other, more expensive bids (including Diamond IT) offered additional features but would require ongoing annual fees that could not be accommodated during the current emergency spending posture.
