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Commissioners approve Department of Commerce grant to add AI‑enabled security software at election facility amid concerns
Summary
The board approved a $35,104 interlocal agreement funded by a Department of Justice grant for security camera software at a voter registration center; some commissioners and members of the public urged delaying approval until the vendor agreement and technical details are reviewed.
The Thurston County Board approved an interlocal agreement with the Washington State Department of Commerce to install security camera software at the county’s voter registration center using federal grant funding, after extensive debate about privacy and the scope of the technology.
The item—moved from the consent calendar for separate discussion—covers installation of AI‑enabled features including weapon detection; the board packet lists the grant amount for the installation at $35,104 and authorizes the auditor to execute the interlocal agreement and…
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