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Regular City Council Meeting Monday, November 27, 2017 Page 6 In support of the motion, Councilmembcr Etten noted the adoption of the policy almost a year ago, which he had supported at that time, and saw no reason to re- consider the policy at this time. Councilmember Etten noted the extensive pro- cess involved in the use of body cameras, and subsequent training and practices involved. Councilmember Etten agreed that cameras didn't replace training, but would provide greater transparency when used as another tool. Councilmember Etten noted the great interest in having additional video evidence available, and opined that this provided that opportunity if and when needed. Also speaking in support of the motion, Councilmember Willmus concurred with the comments of Councilmember Etten, and acknowledged the quality of Rose- ville officers. Regarding the use of body cameras, Councilmember Willmus opined that in this day and age where everything is recorded, their use lent a high- er level of transparency and accountability. Councilmember Laliberte asked City Attorney Gaughan if this agreement with the Village of St. Anthony as a grant recipient would in any way become null and void if they made a decision to not have their own Police Department; and who the City of Roseville would then be accountable to. City Attorney Gaughan clarified that the agreement was between the municipali- ties themselves, regardless of who their law enforcement entity was. Mr. Gaughan further clarified that this requested action is to approve an agreement be- tween parties outlining their respective individual responsibilities. For the concerns previously noted, Councilmember McGehee stated that she would not support the motion. Councilmember Laliberte spoke in support of the motion, opining that ongoing community discussion could still occur. Councilmember Laliberte recognized the great Roseville officers, and noted their past discussions and community input re- ceived. While agreeing this is an added expense to taxpayers, Councilmember Laliberte opined that it was one that was warranted. Mayor Roe spoke in support of the motion. Specific to concerns about this being an ongoing large expense for the city and its taxpayers, Mayor Roe noted the con- tinuing evolution of technology, suggesting as the equipment was scheduled for replacement in the future, the costs may be less or other technologies found more effective. Mayor Roe agreed with the accountability and transparency available through the use of body cameras; and agreed that the Roseville Police Department continued to improve how they approached their jobs and how they interacted with people, with few exceptions, and opined that if this only serves to document that, it was still worth the cost and served as a benefit to protect the public. In moving forward, Mayor Roe suggested consciously considering whatever the sec-