Cookeville Looking To Expand Traffic Tech After Trial Run
City of Cookeville wants to expand the reach of its Miovision traffic technology after collecting critical data during a test run. Public Works Director Mary Beth Elrod said the city currently has one Miovision camera constantly collecting traffic data at the intersection of Willow Avenue, Interstate Drive, and Forman Drive. She said the data has […]
Overton Schools Adding Security Cameras To Cover More
New security cameras will help monitor more blind spots across the Overton County School System. Overton County Schools Supervisor of Technology Brent Thrasher said School Resource Officers have pointed out the blind spots in larger spaces of multiple schools. He said the new cameras will monitor monitor both outdoor and indoor spaces, depending on the […]
Crossville Applying For State Funds For License Plate Readers
Crossville Police Department wants to install license plate readers. Police Chief Jessie Brooks said the state sending funds to the local level for violent crime prevention. Brooks said the city can receive up to $127,000. “If you got a stolen car or some kind of information on a car that was involved in a crime, […]
Cameras Returning To Algood Police Vehicles After Council Approved Purchase
Cameras are returning to fleet vehicles of the Algood Police Department for the first time in some four years. The Algood City Council approved the purchase of seven cameras. Police Chief Dale Armour said past gear became outdated, and work on this year’s budget shined light on the need. “It gives accountability to the officers, […]
New Camera And Temporary Gate Installed At Bee Rock
Security upgrades have been installed at Bee Rock, fulfilling most of the requests of the nearby Garden Inn Bed and Breakfast. Owners Mike and Mirtha Kopec voiced safety concerns of the parking area to town officials during a July law committee meeting. Cultural Administrator Rafferty Cleary said a new light and gate have since been […]
