Deploying more license plate readers (LPRs) and Pan-tilt-zoom cameras (PTZs) than are currently in place
Upgrading the components needed to integrate private cameras into Operation Shield
Encouraging businesses to connect to Operation Shield with new and existing cameras
Formalizing a sustainable camera maintenance program
Ensuring the Video Integration Center is staffed and managed optimally
Offering special rewards for crimes committed in Buckhead, funded by the Buckhead community
Increasing the marketing of the program throughout the city via billboards or other means
Funding and establishing a supplementary, multi-car dedicated security patrol utilizing off-duty sworn officers of APD, Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, and Georgia State Patrol. The supplementary patrol will be for exclusive use within Buckhead commercial corridors and will be managed by the Zone 2 Commander at APD to augment on-duty APD patrol
Engaging existing neighborhood security patrols to form a coordinated patrol of Buckhead residential areas, including the establishment of a coordinated communications platform
Examine the existing Clean Car Campaign for effectiveness and modify it as needed to meet the current conditions in Buckhead
Providing feedback to funders to demonstrate the return on investment
Establishing a new communications framework for information gathering and dissemination between Zone 2 and the public, utilizing existing and/or new platforms to provide accurate, timely information to Buckhead residents and businesses
Providing feedback to funders to demonstrate the return on investment
Investigate technology to enhance and supplement enforcement efforts, piloting their use in Buckhead for potential use throughout the city
Increase Buckhead community support for the establishment of a new training center for APD and Atlanta Fire and Rescue Department
Work with the court system to address repeat offender sentencing
Work with all levels of government to address the proliferation of illegal firearm possession
Examine the probation officer program in the city for opportunities