Montpelier Police Pursue Body Cameras — Grant Decision Expected Next Month
From the Montpelier Board of Works and Safety meeting on April 15, 2026
The Montpelier Police Department is pursuing body-worn cameras and in-car video systems, with a grant decision expected within the next month. Chief Snider reported at the April 15 Board of Works meeting that he is still waiting on a second quote.
Two police vehicles currently lack video systems, and Chief Snider said he is "very reluctant" to send them on patrol without video capability. The proposed system would offer 5-year warranties, cloud-based storage, automatic activation when vehicle lights are triggered, and 13-hour battery life. Body cameras, in-car video, and interview room cameras would all integrate into one system.
Specific cost figures were not stated on the record at the meeting.
Source: Montpelier Board of Works & Safety meeting videos, 3/11/26 and 4/15/26 (YouTube)
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