# Study Session 9/28/26

The City of Independence, Missouri held a study session on September 28, 2026, covering several key topics including the use and oversight of the city's License Plate Recognition (LPR) camera system, a water utility cost of service study, tourism promotion efforts, and an update on the upcoming I-70 closure project. The police chief provided a detailed presentation on the current LPR system, including the number and types of cameras, data storage, privacy policies, and compliance with a recent governor's executive order limiting data retention to 30 days. The council discussed an ordinance to regulate LPR use, data sharing, and public transparency. The water utility study, conducted with Black and Veatch, recommended a new infrastructure fee to fund capital repairs and maintain financial resilience, proposing a rate increase effective January 2027. Visit Independence reported on its first full fiscal year, highlighting marketing campaigns, partnerships, and economic impact. MoDOT provided an update on the I-70 closure planned for 11 months starting January 2027, detailing detour plans and coordination efforts. Public comments addressed concerns about surveillance, data privacy, and environmental initiatives. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this session, but policy discussions on LPR system use and water utility funding could influence future procurement and contracting activities.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety, Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 28, 2026

### Sources
- [Study Session 9/28/26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXquX0tP6VQ) - City of Independence, Missouri