Accept $150,000 federal grant to buy police body-worn cameras

Police & Community SafetyBudgetPolice Department

$150,000

Resolution 1-16

In Plain English

The Department of Justice awarded Richmond police this grant to purchase body cameras and related equipment. The city must provide a $150,000 match using existing resources or staff time. If approved, officers will wear cameras that record interactions with the public.

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Votes

Approve consent calendar

Moved by: Councilmember PimpléSeconded by: Councilmember McLaughlin
Passed

7 to 0

Tom ButtAye
Nathaniel BatesAye
Jael MyrickAye
Jovanka BecklesAye
Eduardo MartinezAye
Gayle McLaughlinAye
Vinay PimpléAye