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Council considers $15,000 in lights and extra cameras after recurring vandalism at Wokowski shelter
Summary
Council members reported repeated vandalism at the Wokowski shelter and bathroom and asked staff to return with detailed cost estimates for lighting and up to two additional cameras; initial figures discussed were roughly $15,000 for lighting/cameras and about $8,000 for electrician/pole work.
Council members described recurring vandalism at the Wokowski shelter and bathroom and discussed a package of increased lighting, new poles and additional cameras intended to improve sight lines and deter further damage. The mayor summarized early cost estimates: "some more cameras, possibly $15,000 to get that thing lit up," and noted electrician work to set a new pole could be roughly $8,000. Council asked whether funds could be taken from the park fund or amended from the general fund and asked staff to provide more precise bids at the next meeting.
Members voiced unanimous support for pursuing measures to reduce vandalism and to make the area less attractive for encampment by improving visibility. Staff noted that some brush and trees could be removed by public works to open sight lines, and that additional cameras would be placed to capture faces rather than only rear views. No budget amendment was approved at the meeting; council directed staff to refine cost estimates and return with a recommended funding source.
