Asheville Council Debates $1.1M Police Grant: Privacy Concerns?
By Marge | Published 2026-04-14T15:51:52.847Z
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Location: Asheville, NC
Asheville council debates $1.1M police grant for a Real-Time Intelligence Center. Privacy concerns raised over surveillance expansion.
Asheville -- April 14, 2026: The Asheville City Council is scheduled to review a $1.1 million federal grant for a police intelligence hub, sparking debate over enhanced crime-fighting capabilities and potential privacy infringements for Asheville residents.Real-Time Intelligence CenterThe proposal involves a $1,141,256 federal award to establish a Real-Time Intelligence Center (RTIC) within the Asheville Police Department. The RTIC would serve as a centralized hub, integrating existing surveilla
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