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New Haven OKs use of surveillance
Linh Tat
Inside
Bay Area
Saturday May 19, 2007
UNION CITY — As expected, the New Haven school board has
voted to allow video surveillance cameras on campuses, bringing
to a resolution several meetings' worth of discussions on the topic.
The cameras will be placed in common areas, such as around the perimeter
of a school or in a quad, but they won't be in locker rooms, restrooms,
classrooms or other areas with a reasonable expectation of privacy,
Superintendent Pat Jaurequi said.
The cameras are estimated at $10,000 to $15,000 each.
Their purchase and installation are expected to be paid for by
the schools that choose to operate them, unless an agreement is
worked out with the district. Individual schools also would shoulder
the cost of ongoing maintenance.
Supporters of the cameras, including the James Logan High School
site council, say the equipment will deter vandalism, fights and
other unlawful activities.
The recordings also would be used as evidence in the event of a
crime, although they would not be used to create a gang database.
Those opposing the cameras expressed grave concern over the potential
invasion of privacy.
The vote was 4-1 Tuesday night, with board President Jenn Stringer
objecting.
INFOWARS:
BECAUSE THERE'S A WAR ON FOR YOUR MIND
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