The San Diego Police Department is hoping to install 500 new streetlight surveillance cameras, including license plate readers, throughout the city to help fight crime. But first, the community will have a chance to weigh in on this multi-million dollar purchase. Back in 2020, thousands of so-called 'Smart streetlights' were shut down by the city, following fierce public outcry over privacy concerns. MORE: https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/san-diego-police-proposes-installing-500-streetlight-surveillance-cameras/509-cf882712-5738-40ff-8060-a2a11502b484