Tennessee Department of Transportation ALPR Camera License Program Information

The State of Tennessee's ALPR Camera License Program, managed by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), provides guidelines and procedures for obtaining and installing ALPR cameras on state right-of-ways using VCIF grant funds. The program outlines the application process, coordination with relevant offices, approval requirements, and contacts for inquiries. ALPR license issuance has been expedited through collaboration with internal and external partners, streamlining what used to be a lengthier process. For detailed information, refer to the provided resources and contacts.

• TDOT
• ALPR cameras
• License program
• Tennessee
• State
• Grants

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1. STATE OF TENNESSEE VCIF Open Office Hours #2 November 30, 2023 2023 1

2. Agenda LPR parameters with VCIF funds TDOT, Right-of-Way Division UT Trainings Reminders 2

3. LPR Parameters Must be purchased using SWC450 (statewide contract) May only be purchased with VCIF grant funds if they are to be installed on state right of ways and are approved by the Tennessee Department of Transportation, in accordance with Tenn. Code Ann. 55-8-198 If installing 30 or more, must submit a placement plan/map to OCJP 3

4. TDOT, Right-of-Way Division Brian Dickerson Manager, Excess Land Office Phone: 615.741.1877 Email: brian.dickerson@tn.gov Cameron Roberts (primary POC) LPR Coordinator Phone: 615.360.4336 Email: Cameron.Roberts@tn.gov TDOT Application https://www.tn.gov/tdot/right-of-way-division/excess- land-office.html 4

5. TDOT ALPR Cameras on State Right-of-Way 5

6. Background Legislation amended 7/1/2023 New process was created Worked with internal and external partners to expedite Typical license = 9 months ALPR license = 4-5 months 6

7. The Process Submit an application Coordinate with Department of Safety Region Office coordinates with Traffic/Operations Excess Land Committee makes recommendation Environmental review FHWA approval, if applicable License prepared and executed 7

8. Issues Correct application Legislative body approval Power source New or existing poles Existing pole owner s approval 8

9. Contacts TDOT EXCESS LAND OFFICE BRIAN DICKERSON, MANAGER 615-741-1877 Brian.Dickerson@tn.gov CAMERON ROBERTS, LPR COORDINATOR 615-360-4336 Cameron.Roberts@tn.gov 9

10. ALPR CAMERA LICENSES QUESTIONS? 10

11. Further Questions Please direct all LPR questions: TDOT application process/license Cameron Roberts: 615-360-4336, Cameron.Roberts@tn.gov Brian Dickerson: 615-741-1877, Brian.Dickerson@tn.gov Dept of Safety requirements Lizabeth Hale, Deputy General Counsel & Director of Legal Services: 615-251-5349, Lizabeth.Hale@tn.gov All other questions OCJP: info.ocjp@tn.gov, or your PM Specialist 11

12. UT LEIC Trainings: FREE for VCIF Grantees Crime Scene Operations Multiple dates in 2023 and 2024 Human Trafficking January 22, 2024 Criminal Investigations December 11-15, 2023; February 19-23, 2024 Contact ashley.ferris@tennessee.edu 12

13. UT LEIC Trainings: FREE for VCIF Grantees Master PIO Symposium December 5-6, 2023 Field Training Officer Multiple dates in 2024 Contact ashley.ferris@tennessee.edu 13

14. Technical Assistance via UT LEIC UT Law Enforcement Innovation Center (LEIC) is our contracted technical assistance provider. Contact UT LEIC for assistance with: Training ideas and/or needs Model policies and procedures for new equipment, training, etc. Template resolutions for city/county commission meetings LEIC Training Calendar https://leic.tennessee.edu/events/ Contact: Rhiannon Jones, Program Manager rhiannon.jones@tennessee.edu (865) 946-3201 14

15. Remember! Agency must provide written notification to their OCJP PM Specialist within ten (10) days from the date of occurrence of any change in designation or contact information of: Authorized Official Project Director Financial Director 15

16. Reminder: VCIF New Project Orientation All new Project Directors & Financial Directors must view this required training video. Video can be found on VCIF Fund Source Chapter page: https://www.tn.gov/finance/office-of-criminal- justice-programs/ocjp/ocjp-grants-manual/redirect- fund-source-chapters/fund-source-chapters/vcif.html Agency personnel must email their project management specialist or info.ocjp@tn.gov when they have completed this training video. 16

17. Civil Rights Compliance and Training All new Project Directors are responsible for completing Civil Rights Compliance Training within 90 days of start date as well as providing periodic training for staff. At the end of the online quiz, Project Directors should retain verification of completion in the grant file. The Project Director and the Civil Rights Compliance Officer should complete this training annually. Verification of the training must be retained in the personnel files. It is the responsibility of the Project Director to maintain documentation demonstrating the required Civil Rights Training has been completed annually. 17

18. Next Office Hours January 24th, 10:00 AM Central Invitation will be sent by email Potential Topics: Amendments Vehicles 18

19. Please Complete Survey https://stateoftennessee.formstack.com/form s/ocjp_training_satisfaction_survey Select VCIF Office Hours Use QR Code: 19

20. THANK YOU 20