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Jackson Council Approves 12‑Month ‘Eyes on the Block’ Camera Pilot, Directs Staff to Define Privacy and Program Rules
Summary
Council unanimously authorized a 12‑month voluntary camera pilot and up to $50,000 in spending for program development and subsidies; debate focused on data security, Wi‑Fi/subscription costs, FOIA/discoverability and geographic targeting.
Jackson City Council on Nov. 18 approved a 12‑month pilot authorizing up to $50,000 for the voluntary 'Eyes on the Block' community camera program, which will let residents and businesses participate and potentially receive support for camera equipment and one-year cloud subscriptions.
City Manager (Mr. Green) told council the funding would come from the general fund and…
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