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Mansfield council backs cameras tied to Newton County Fusus Project
Summary
The Mansfield City Council voted Dec. 9 to pursue installing surveillance cameras through the Newton County Fusus Project, citing existing streetlight receptacles that would avoid costs to residents; council members approved the motion unanimously.
The Mansfield City Council voted Dec. 9 to pursue installing surveillance cameras in connection with the Newton County Fusus Project, citing existing streetlight receptacles that would allow cameras to be powered without additional cost to residents.
Mayor Blair H. Northen presented the Newton County Fusus Project material from November, noting the town already has a number of poles with streetlights or receptacles that could be used to power cameras. Mayor Pro Tem Fred Purvis moved “to install cameras if we agree on locations and number of cameras,” and Council member Brandon Hays seconded. The motion passed with all in favor.
Council members did not record a detailed funding or installation plan at the meeting; the council’s stated rationale was that leveraging existing receptacles would eliminate direct costs to Mansfield residents. The council did not specify a vendor, number of cameras, or a timeline for installation during the session.
The next steps, as stated during the meeting, are for the council to agree on camera locations and the number of units to be installed before any procurement or installation takes place.
