Crews of Xtreme Security & Fire of Brownsville are seen installing some of the more than $498,000 worth of 40 camera systems in the Main Street district, which is roughly encompassed by Adams, 14th, Levee and 8th streets. A committee of city and police officials started researching the project in August 2017, and installation is scheduled to be completed in November.
Commissioner Ben Neece, who represents downtown Brownsville, said the cameras not only will help catch criminals but also deter them as word gets around. During the commission meeting, he said there’s still a perception that the area is dangerous despite “vibrant and robust momentum” that has drawn new businesses and entertainment venues downtown.