MPD to Install License Plate Recognition Cameras to Counter Violent Crime

During Martin’s November board meeting held Nov. 12 a resolution was passed supporting the use of license plate recognition (LPR) cameras to counter violent crime. The city of Martin expressed their commitment to enhancing public safety and protecting its citizens from violent crime.

LPR cameras have proven to be effective tools in law enforcement, aiding in the recovery of stolen vehicles, the identification of wanted person, and the investigation of crimes, including violent acts.

The Martin police Department proposed the installation of seven LPR cameras which will be utilized in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Tennessee Surveillance Technology Act. LPR data will be retained for a period of five years, after which it will be securely destroyed. LPR cameras will be subject to regular maintenance and upgrades to ensure continued effectiveness. This was approved unanimously.

The city also entered into an agreement with OneConsulting and passed a resolution to hire an administrative management services consultant to assist in the preparation and administering of the city’s grants and projects. The board of mayor and alderman determined that OneConsulting, a management services firm that is owned by a related party, Brad Thompson, has the experience, background and qualifications to provide services and that OneConsulting will assist the city to identify, pursue, write, administer, monitor, close out grants and projects. This was passed unanimously.

John Busey was appointed to the Industrial Development board-unanimously approved. This is to fill the unexpired term of Dale Overton who passed away.

The city said goodbye to aldermen Danny Nanney and Randy Edwards and thanked them for their time served with the city.

The next regularly scheduled city board meeting will be held on Dec. 9 at 5:15 p.m. at Martin Polce Department.