Board approves FEMA‑funded pole cameras after privacy questions

Aug 19, 2026

The Maricopa County Board approved a FEMA/UASI grant to install two pole surveillance cameras after supervisors pressed sheriff's office staff about vendor, data retention and oversight. The vote proceeded after staff offered follow‑up on use and data handling.

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The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors approved a FEMA Urban Area Security Initiative grant to fund two sheriff’s office pole surveillance cameras, moving the item off the consent agenda after several supervisors raised privacy and oversight questions.

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