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Council approves cameras and gate for park, discusses $150,000 in planned playground upgrades
Summary
Council approved a contract for cameras and an automatic gate at the town park and discussed grant-funded upgrades including new poured surfacing, a zip line and replacement play equipment; staff cited a $5,000 quote for surveillance.
Council voted to approve a contract with Blue Ridge Surveillance to install cameras and an automatic gate at the town park to protect recent and planned grant-funded improvements.
A staff member told the council the quoted cost for the new surveillance system was "about $5,000," and explained the gate would be timer-controlled so staff could lock or unlock access remotely. Council members said the systems would help reduce vandalism and allow immediate remote response in coordination with the sheriff’s department.
Council also discussed the broader park renovation funded in part by recent grants. The members outlined planned upgrades: poured surfacing to replace mulch, a new play system, swings and a zip line. Because the new footprint is larger, the council discussed removing the existing play structure, salvaging reusable pieces if feasible, and the logistics of delivering large equipment by tractor-trailer.
Why it matters: Council framed the surveillance and gate as protective measures for substantial recent grant investments in park infrastructure. Installation will require confirming a power source and coordination with Public Works and the contractor.
Next steps: Public Works is assigned to confirm power access and coordinate installation timing; staff will provide a cost breakdown for paving, play equipment and associated removal or salvage costs in the coming weeks.
