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PROPOSED RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE AUTOMATED LICENSE PLATE READER (ALPR)
WHEREAS, an Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) is an electronic device capable of capturing an image of a vehicle's make, color, and license plate; and
WHEREAS, ALPRs may assist law enforcement agencies in investigations such as locating vehicles involved in criminal offenses and finding missing and endangered children and adults; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board recognizes the potential for abuse of electronic surveillance technologies in curtailment of First Amendment liberties and Fourth Amendment rights, and potential for exacerbating racial and socioeconomic disparities in the justice system; and
WHEREAS, preventing the misuse of data collected through ALPRs and safeguarding the exercise of constitutionally protected activity and civil liberties are essential; and
WHEREAS, Cook County is committed to building equitable, sustainable, safe, and thriving communities for all our residents. This commitment includes working to reduce inequities, ensuring our residents can enjoy their full array of civil and human rights regardless of race and ethnicity, zip code, immigration or documentation status, and providing publicly available and accessible resources for residents to understand the impact of our policies and programs, including efficacy and geographic impact; and
WHEREAS, since 2020 over 30 local municipalities have asked to deploy ALPRs within Cook County rights-of-way; and
WHEREAS, the Cook County Board of Commissioners recognizes both the potential benefits of ALPRs to law enforcement agencies, when used appropriately consistent with State Law, as well as the potential dangers of its improper use.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, effective 45 days after Board approval, the Cook County Board of Commissioners does hereby authorize the Cook County Department of Transportation and Highways to receive applications for and issue permits within incorporated areas...
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