Council reviews camera system quote; staff to confirm funding source before approval

Chief Scott Smith presented a vendor quote for additional cameras and an intersection camera: the cameras themselves were presented as costing approximately $3,250 per year, a three‑year contract with roughly $1,000 in installation fees and a recurring charge phrased in the quote (the transcript references $107.50 in the three‑year context). Council asked whether Motor Vehicle Highway (MVH) funds or other unrestricted dollars could be used to pay for intersection surveillance and asked staff to check with financial advisers before approving a contract.

Chair instructed staff to email the council and confirm which budget line can legally support the purchase and to delay any approval until the funding question is answered. Council also asked whether an existing camera would be moved and where new cameras would be placed; staff said the plan included moving an existing camera in the park and adding one at an intersection and light, if approved.

"The cameras themselves are $3,250 a year. You sign a 3 year contract, and then it's 1000 for installation, up to $107.50 for a 3 year contract," Chief Scott Smith said when presenting the quote.

Council did not approve the contract at the meeting and asked staff to follow up with the recommended funding confirmation.