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Camp Verde officials weigh upgraded cameras and outreach after rise in vandalism
Summary
Town of Camp Verde leaders reviewed a multi-year increase in vandalism, heard that current surveillance footage is too pixelated to identify suspects, and directed staff to prepare a FY27 CIP project sheet to evaluate higher-quality camera systems, pursue grant funding, and coordinate community education with local schools.
Town Manager Miranda Fisher told the Camp Verde Mayor and Council on Dec. 17 that vandalism across town sites has increased over recent years and that associated labor and property repair costs have risen, prompting staff to present options to reduce future incidents.
Staff presented findings that existing town surveillance footage is often pixelated and lacks sufficient clarity to reliably identify individuals. Maintenance Division Manager Jeff Kobel and Acting Town Marshal Commander Dan Jacobs said the low-resolution video has limited the Marshal’s Office in identifying people responsible for vandalizing town property.
Library Manager Nicolas Resteiner reported recurring vandalism incidents at the town library and outlined possible responses, including the option of hiring a security guard; staff did not provide a specific cost in the meeting. Public Works Director Kenn Krebbs recommended the town consider upgrading to higher-quality camera systems and include that work as a FY27 Capital Improvement Project so the town can budget for and procure equipment through the CIP process.
Krebbs also recommended pursuing a threat-and-hazard analysis and seeking grant funding to support facility hardening and camera purchases; no specific grant sources or dollar amounts were identified during the work session. Town Manager Fisher said staff will prepare a CIP project sheet, run a procurement evaluation that considers multiple camera options, and coordinate with local schools on education and outreach to residents about vandalism prevention.
Several council members expressed support for increased community outreach. Councilor Patricia Seybold asked staff to compile comparative data from other communities on whether cameras act as effective deterrents and on typical camera system costs to inform the Council’s decision.
No formal motion or vote was recorded during the work session. Mayor Marie Moore adjourned the meeting at 5:48 p.m.
