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Early council declines surveillance for Lion’s Cub Park after vandalism concerns
Summary
Residents asked the Early City Council to install cameras to protect recent upgrades at Lion’s Cub Park; the council rejected surveillance as not cost-effective and directed the City Clerk to contact parents pictured in vandalism reports to encourage stewardship.
Mayor William Cougill opened the Oct. 3 City Council meeting and heard several residents urge the city to prevent vandalism at Lion’s Cub Park after photos showing children were circulated.
Councilors said they understood the concern but declined to authorize surveillance cameras, saying installation would not be cost-effective. Instead, the council directed the City Clerk to contact the parents of children identified in the photos to emphasize the importance of keeping park facilities intact as the Early Achievers 4-H group improves playground areas.
The request came during informal public comment; the council did not set a timetable for further action or any budget allocation related to park security. No formal motion to pursue surveillance was made or voted on.
