# Italian municipalities expanding video surveillance > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/italian-municipalities-expanding-video-surveillance > Updated: 2026-09-11T23:14:55.000Z. Sources: 40. Developments: 9. Italian municipalities continue to expand urban video surveillance networks to improve public safety. In Giugliano, a €600,000 investment is being implemented through two phases to install 56 new cameras for territorial monitoring and license plate reading. Cuneo is extending its system to sensitive areas using existing fiber optic infrastructure for crime deterrence and anonymized traffic data collection. In Terralba, a feasibility study is underway for a €130,000 upgrade to combat vandalism. Recent efforts show a broad push for advanced monitoring. Municipalities in Matera, Fermo, Oristano, and Arezzo are seeking Ministry of the Interior funds to combat organized and diffuse crime. In Alessandria, the deployment of AI-powered digital video analysis aims to improve real-time search and response times. Other localized measures include reinforced vigilance in Modena to target drug-related offenses and intensified surveillance around schools in Messina. In the province of Trapani, extraordinary patrols have been conducted to monitor territory and enforce traffic regulations, while new leadership appointments for the Carabinieri and Guardia di Finanza were formalized in Lecce and Matera. In Avellino, the ‘Enjoy Avellino Smart City’ project is currently underway. As of September 2026, 32 of the planned 70 cameras have been installed. City Councilor Ettore Iacovacci stated the project is proceeding according to schedule and is expected to be completed by October 2026. Once operational, the system will be linked to the Municipal Police and other law enforcement agencies to improve territorial control. ## Claims - The Cetraro municipal council approved the 'Cetraro città sicura' project to enhance urban monitoring. (single source) - The surveillance infrastructure in Cetraro has a total value of 214,000 euros. (single source) - Cetraro intends to request 209,000 euros from the Ministry of the Interior to fund the project. (single source) - Surveillance cameras will be installed in the South Zone, North Zone, and the Port area of Cetraro. (single source) - Cesenatico has applied for funding to install a new surveillance system costing 156,382.16 euros. (single source) - The Cesenatico project includes a license plate recognition system and cameras for parking and historic center areas. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-11: Avellino implements new urban video surveillance system Avellino has installed 32 of 70 planned surveillance cameras as part of its ‘Enjoy Avellino Smart City’ project, with full completion expected by October 2026. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/avellino-implements-new-urban-video-surveillance-system ### 2026-09-09: Italy implements enhanced security and surveillance measures Italian municipalities are enhancing public security through expanded video surveillance, AI-driven monitoring in Alessandria, and reinforced patrols in various provinces to combat crime and ensure order. 22 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brescia-mayor-demands-detailed-crime-data-following-recent-robberies ### 2026-09-02: Italian municipalities expand video surveillance to enhance urban security Municipalities in Italy, including Cuneo and Terralba, are investing in expanded video surveillance systems to deter crime, prevent vandalism, and improve urban monitoring through advanced technology. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-municipalities-expand-video-surveillance-to-enhance-urban-security ### 2026-08-26: Giugliano to invest 600,000 euros in new security camera network Giugliano is investing 600,000 euros to install 56 new security cameras across coastal areas, railway stations, and major road junctions to enhance territorial monitoring. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/giugliano-to-invest-600000-euros-in-new-security-camera-network ### 2026-08-24: Cetraro and Cesenatico launch new urban surveillance projects Municipalities in Cetraro and Cesenatico, Italy, are launching new surveillance and license plate recognition projects to enhance public safety and combat crime. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cetraro-and-cesenatico-launch-new-urban-surveillance-projects ### 2026-08-22: Italian municipalities expand video surveillance networks Italian municipalities in Capannoli and Jesi are launching projects to expand video surveillance networks and control rooms to improve public safety and law enforcement capabilities. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-municipalities-expand-video-surveillance-networks ### 2026-08-19: Italian municipalities approve new video surveillance projects Italian municipalities are expanding video surveillance networks, including new camera installations in Sarno and upgraded license plate recognition systems in Borgo Marina to combat crime and vandalism. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/italian-municipalities-approve-new-video-surveillance-projects ### 2026-08-16: Jesi expands video surveillance to enhance urban security Jesi is expanding its video surveillance network and signing a security pact with the Prefecture of Ancona to combat petty crime and urban decay through new cameras and license plate recognition. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jesi-expands-video-surveillance-to-enhance-urban-security ### 2026-08-08: Pontedera to expand video surveillance network with 305,000 euro project Pontedera plans to expand its video surveillance network by 30%, increasing camera counts from 127 to 190 through a 305,000 euro project aimed at improving urban and road safety. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pontedera-to-expand-video-surveillance-network-with-305000-euro-project --- Cite as: Italian municipalities expanding video surveillance. 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