The Steamboat Pilot & Today: Poll: Should security cameras be used inside Steamboat schools?

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Should security cameras be used inside Steamboat schools?

Response		Percent	Votes
Yes		67%	227
No		32%	108
Total	335

Note: This is not a scientific poll. The results reflect only the opinions of those who chose to participate.

Community comments

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steamvent (anonymous)
December 9, 2007 at 7:46 a.m. (Suggest removal)

As we have unfortunately seen lately, security cameras may not prevent crime, but they do add to the sensational headline reporting after the damage is done. Petty crime may be deterred, but most likely not tragic crime.

Oscar (anonymous)
December 9, 2007 at 1:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Security is much more important than privacy in public schools. Forgoing the important benefits of catching bullies in the act, detecting contraband and other suspicious activities in order to protect someone's privacy in a public place does not make good sense.

SkiTownUSA (anonymous)
December 10, 2007 at 4:02 p.m. (Suggest removal)

The only thing installing security cameras would accomplish is adding to the tension between students and staff.

The disciplinary system in the school district is very efficient as it is. For many students, school is a relatively stressfull place. Knowing that you are always being watched would certainly not make the atmosphere any safer or friendlier.