AgdaPkt 2017-09-11 Closed and Joint SA PFA

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6.1 .D. - Page 2 ANALYSIS The City is required to respond to three recommendations in the Grand Jury Report. The recommendations and proposed City responses are as follows: Recommendation 1. In addition to providing a conspicuous link to usage and privacy policies on operator websites (as required by law for ALPRs), all law enforcement agencies in the County should create an easily accessible and simply written information webpage by December 31, 2017, which lists the types of surveillance tools (such as ALPRs) and investigative tools (such as ShotSpotter and body worn cameras) utilized by the agency. At a minimum, such a webpage shall include these details about each tool: • What is the use and purpose of the technology, such as assisting in ongoing criminal investigations, locating missing children, or locating stolen vehicles • Who is authorized to collect or access the data collected • How the system is monitored to ensure that the data are secure • Who owns the surveillance technology • What measures were taken to ensure the accuracy of the data • How long the data will be retained Proposed Response - Partially Agree: As required by law, the City has already posted on the City website the operational policy governing the use of ALPR technology. The City will post operational policies for additional surveillance equipment where the release of such information does not unnecessarily jeopardize public safety and criminal investigations. This information will be posted in a conspicuous location on the City's website by December 31, 2017. Recommendation 2. All law enforcement agencies in the County shall increase the number and types of opportunities for community members to voice support for or opposition to any proposed addition of new surveillance technologies including, but not limited to.- * o.• Surveying residents to better understand their concerns about law enforcement's use of surveillance tools and address those concerns in public meetings, Town Halls, Neighborhood Watch sessions and other local gatherings. • Using social media platforms such as Nextdoor© to keep residents engaged and informed about surveillance technologies and its uses in your community. Proposed Response - Partially Agree: The City recognizes that not all of its citizens utilize the internet or social media to stay informed about City business. As resources permit and as warranted by community interest, the City will share information or answer questions related to use of surveillance equipment, governing laws and operational policies in business and neighborhood association meetings, neighborhood watch gatherings, and publicly noticed City meetings.