Money is included in South Barrington’s new annual budget to purchase body cameras for police officers.
Money for new police cars and body cameras for officers is included in South Barrington’s $13.1 million budget for the 2024 fiscal year.
So is cash for roadwork and other projects.
The village board approved the spending plan Wednesday. The fiscal year began May 1.
Spending is projected to increase about 10% from the previous year’s $11.9 million total.
Officials set aside $160,000 in the budget for four new police patrol vehicles, Village Manager Robert Palmer said.
Additionally, body cameras to be worn by officers should run about $27,000.
Chief Thomas Roman expects the cameras will be in use by April 2024.
“We are currently looking into our options,” he said. “We want to be sure we choose the right equipment so it’s easy for the officers to use.”
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