At Monday night’s meeting, the Princeton City Council approved applying for a grant to install automated license plate reader cameras at key city entry points.
Police Chief Chris King asked the Council to support a grant proposal for eight Flock Safety License Plate Reader cameras at main highway entry points, explaining the cameras will enhance crime prevention, investigative efficiency, and officer safety, while maintaining privacy protections for residents.
He said the license plate reader technology will provide police with a proactive tool.
click to download audioChief King also provided a cost summary for the Flock cameras, with a total annual cost of $24,000.
click to download audioHe explained the practical advantages of the Flock cameras and emphasized privacy and accountability.
click to download audioHe noted that departmental policies will govern usage, retention, and oversight.
He stated that this technology will improve safety in Princeton without requiring more staff.
click to download audioThe Council unanimously approved the grant application for the Flock cameras.
The Council also heard from Judge-Executive Kota Young, who presented two joint funding requests that would be split between the city and the county. One request involves grant funding for a new industrial site within the Industrial Park, while the other concerns a potential commercial development site along U.S. 62 West. WPKY’s News Edge will share more details on these plans in the coming days.
