Galesburg approves water tower cameras after golf ball dents spark investigation

GALESBURG, Mich. — Whoever is hitting golf balls off of Galesburg’s water tower could soon be caught on camera.

Monday, Galesburg City Commissioners approved a contract with EPS Security to install cameras near the tower after contractors discovered golf ball-sized dents and damage to its protective paint in October.

Golf balls were also found all around the tower.

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“This is a serious problem because paint is the protective barrier to prevent rust,” city officials wrote on Facebook Oct. 6. “Rust DESTROYS tanks QUICKLY.”…

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