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Robbins moves to expand camera network after $400,000 award; trustees discuss gun-detection tech
Summary
Mayor Darren E. Bryant proposed adding 30 cameras with blue strobe lights to the village’s public-safety network and said Congressman Jackson awarded $400,000 to be used with the Flock Safety system; trustees discussed exploring gun-detection services.
Mayor Darren E. Bryant told the board that the village plans to add 30 cameras with blue strobe lights as part of a public-safety push and said Congressman Jackson awarded $400,000 to be used in conjunction with the Flock Safety system. Trustee Tiffany S. Robinson said staff have been speaking with Dan Murdock from Flock Safety about gun-detection services.
The board discussed public-safety technology as part of broader efforts to reduce crime and increase safety before the summer, according to the mayor. No formal procurement or contract award was recorded at the Dec. 12 meeting; the mayor described the funding and a proposal to expand camera coverage. Robinson also announced an upcoming public forum, "Chat with the Chief," scheduled Jan. 16 to discuss safety, statistics and community collaboration.
The minutes record the award amount and vendor name as presented at the meeting but do not include a detailed procurement timeline or contract terms. Trustees indicated continued interest in pilot programs and public outreach prior to any final purchase or installation decisions.
