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Akron police propose two Flock cameras at about $3,500 a year; council postpones decision
Summary
Police Chief Danielson presented a proposal for two Flock cameras at an estimated $3,500 annually; Trustees T. Tait and J. Carr announced they would vote against the cameras and the item was placed on Unfinished Business for the next meeting.
Police Chief Danielson briefed the council on a proposal to install two Flock cameras in the area and estimated the recurring cost at about $3,500 per year. He said he would seek county assistance to offset the cost. The council did not take a final vote; members indicated substantive opposition and the discussion was deferred to Unfinished Business at the next meeting.
Trustee T. Tait stated she was "absolutely a NO vote on the cameras" and Trustee J. Carr likewise declared opposition. The motion was not put to a full roll call at this meeting; the item will return for further discussion and formal action under Unfinished Business.
