White County Reverses Course On AI Surveillance Cameras
The White County Commissioners voted Monday to rescind a previous resolution authorizing the use of license plate surveillance cameras throughout the county. Board Chair Derrick Hutchings said the commission decided to reverse course after receiving significant feedback from residents regarding the Flock Safety technology. Hutchings said the board previously approved the cameras in April 2025 […]
White County Commissioners Reject Camera Funding
The White County Commission rejected funding for the purchase and continued use of surveillance cameras during its meeting Monday. The board voted to remove just under $48,000 intended for the purchase of Flock Safety license plate readers. Funds in next year’s budget also restricted from use on the camera system. Resident Caleb Tange one of […]
White County Approves Sawmill And Library Carpet Bids
The White County Finance Committee approved a bid to install a cover for the Rowland Sawmill and a full carpet replacement for the White County Public Library. Finance Director Chad Marcum said the bid for the sawmill structure was $22,700 “We received three bids for the Rowland Sawmill structure project,” Markum said, “Opened those on […]
White County Budget Approved Despite Flock Debate
The White County Budget Committee debated the future of police camera funding as commissioners weighed privacy concerns against law enforcement wants. The discussion focused on the $25,000 allocated for Flock Safety cameras and pursuit alert contracts. Commissioner TK Austin said he does not trust the system because he believes corporate entities can pay to access […]
