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The Dane County Board of Supervisors is debating a $3 million proposal to equip sheriff’s deputies with body-worn cameras.
Supporters and law enforcement leaders argue the technology is essential for accountability, especially following recent high-profile police shootings.
However, some board members and residents are expressing concerns about surveillance, privacy, and equity, calling for more input from local communities of color.
Dane County Sheriff Kalvin Barrett emphasizes that deputies and the public alike want the cameras, while supervisors push for clearer policies before approving the funds.
