15-03 Acquisition and Use of Surveillance Equipment and Services

Summary

This policy provides a framework and expectations for the acquisition and use of surveillance equipment and surveillance services by department of the City of Grand Rapids.

Purpose

To establish a uniform policy to be followed by City departments when acquiring surveillance equipment and services for use in City operations including, but not limited to, ensuring the safety of persons and property, and the investigation of illegal behavior, and to ensure that the privacy interests of Grand Rapidians are considered in the decision to acquire, use, or deploy new surveillance equipment or surveillance services.