Green Bay City Hall settles lawsuit over surveillance, pays $200,000 in legal fees, and Mayor Eric Genrich agrees not to illegally record citizens again.

Green Bay City Hall has settled a lawsuit over surveillance, agreeing to pay $200,000 to cover legal fees and pledging that Mayor Eric Genrich won't illegally record citizens again. The city installed audio devices in various offices, prompting claims of Constitutional rights violations and federal law breaches. The settlement also prevents the mayor from implementing audio-video surveillance policies without City Council approval.

July 25, 2024
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