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Police chief outlines plans for cameras, body cameras and taser replacement
Summary
Chief Ron Godwin told councilors he needs replacement tasers, is evaluating license-plate-capture cameras for four sites on Rt. 20 and Rt. 98, and has a meeting Sept. 5 about body cameras; he is seeking state funds to cover costs.
Police Chief Ron Godwin briefed the council on department equipment needs and funding options, saying replacement tasers were required and that he had found funding for them. He said he is evaluating new license-plate-capture cameras and hopes to purchase four units to place at the north and south ends of Route 20 and the east and west ends of Route 98. He also said a meeting about body-worn cameras is scheduled for Sept. 5 and that he is pursuing state funding to cover purchases.
Chief Godwin did not request an immediate appropriation at the Aug. 27 meeting; instead he described potential placements and funding avenues and said he will return with further details as procurement and funding discussions progress.
