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Trustees discuss cameras, door repairs and landscaping to address safety at Northborough library
Summary
Committee members raised security concerns about the library’s backside and parking lot, discussed possible exterior cameras and lighting, and identified front‑door mechanical issues and key control as items for DPW and police coordination; rough cost examples were discussed but final scope and budgeting remain to be determined.
Unidentified Speaker 3 reopened a prior discussion about video security for the parking lot and the building’s rear, and the group debated whether cameras should be a townwide system or handled locally. "Cameras, parking lot," the speaker said when introducing the topic; the group noted interior cameras can be more controversial than exterior cameras.
Jen said the backside of the building has features that "invite" gathering and reported there had been "3 or 4 issues in the last couple years," which prompted suggestions for cameras, lighting or landscaping adjustments to make the area less attractive for late‑night congregation.
The committee discussed options for key control, including limiting the number of departmental keys, enabling staff to borrow a key from Town Hall or upgrading to a key fob system. Jen said the main entry doors have recurring mechanical problems and that she would consult Sean and DPW about an ideal door solution.
Unidentified Speaker 3 provided a rough cost example for a camera system noting a potential central server cost of about $1,500 (approximate) and roughly $300–$500 per camera (approximate), and the committee agreed Jen should consult the police chief and town staff about standards and possible townwide coordination.
No formal decision or vote was taken; the subcommittee identified security, landscaping and door hardware as potential 2026 goals and asked staff to report back with more detailed scopes and cost estimates.
