• “Video cameras are an important tool that law enforcement and residents can rely upon to enhance public safety.” Mayor Rick Gray, City of Lancaster • “Evidence from Safety Coalition cameras helps reduce court costs and provides a significant benefit to taxpayers.” Craig Stedman, Lancaster County District Attorney
Who is the LSC? (besides the only nonprofit in the U.S. doing this) • Our Mission: “ We enhance Lancaster’s community safety .” • Main functions ▫ Provide video evidence to criminal justice system Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) • Publicly supported, but privately funded. • Why Cameras? BC 3
BC 3 ? • Because • Cameras • Catch • Crooks
Downtown Camera Map
Related Services • Special Events Monitoring ▫ 1 st Fridays ▫ St. Patrick’s Day ▫ Holidays ▫ Fulton Theatre Events
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Effectiveness of Video Evidence • 162 Cameras in public spaces – the envy of the nation. • 24/7 video recording retained for 14 days • Live monitoring 12-18 hours a day
Camera Capabilities – Day Tour
Camera Capabilities – Night Tour
Camera Capabilities – Privacy Masks
Camera Capabilities – Real Life Example
Conclusion • It works . • It works efficiently. • Enhances Police Officer Safety • Enhances Citizen & Business Safety • LSC deserves your support. • Thank you! Go to our web site and donate! LancasterCSC.org
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