Georgetown is installing new license plate reader cameras across the city. While officials say it's for public safety, some residents are raising privacy concerns about the increased surveillance.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 90 before that.
The fire station toning system cost $165,918.97, and the HAZMAT agreement involves shared resources.
The public and law enforcement through transparency and accountability.
Privacy-conscious residents might feel uneasy about the constant tracking of their vehicle movements.
The board addressed sensitive topics regarding cybersecurity and competitive aspects of public power utilities in a closed executive session. These discussions are vital for protecting utility infrastructure and ensuring market competitiveness.
Georgetown installs license plate reader cameras as privacy advocates raise concerns KVUE
The council accepted the city's 2025 Racial Profiling Report, a state-mandated document.
The council approved the purchase of a fire station toning system and an interlocal agreement for countywide HAZMAT response, enhancing the city's emergency preparedness and response capabilities.
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