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Tuxedo authorizes Building Inspector to wear body-worn camera for inspections
Summary
During an executive session, the board authorized the Building Inspector to utilize a body-worn camera while performing inspections and enforcement work, citing transparency, accountability and documentation benefits; the resolution passed 3–0 with two absences.
The Town Board adopted a resolution during executive session authorizing the Building Inspector to utilize a body-worn camera while performing official duties related to building inspections and code enforcement. The resolution cites that body-worn cameras can "help improve transparency, accountability, and safety for both Town employees and members of the public" and may provide documentation of inspections and interactions.
Deputy Supervisor Deirdre Murphy moved the resolution and Supervisor David McMillen seconded; the motion passed 3 Ayes, 0 Nays, 2 Absences. The resolution authorizes the Town to purchase the necessary equipment and notes the action was intended to improve documentation and safety during field inspections.
