Platte City Cameras Stay Extended | Kansas City News

Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

Platte City’s surveillance cameras are staying put—at least until April next year—after the city council extended their contract, sparking mixed reactions from residents. While some, like Riverview Park regular Donald McGuire, support the cameras for safety and crime deterrence, others voiced strong opposition at a recent aldermen meeting, concerned about neighborhood surveillance. Mayor Amber Brune confirmed the city is listening and plans to bring the issue to a formal vote in September. For now, existing cameras remain active, though expansion—including a paused installation at Rising Star…