KAWARTHA LAKES-Downtown Lindsay could soon be getting Closed Circuit TV (CCTV) cameras.
The City of Kawartha Lakes Police Service along with the Lindsay Downtown Business Improvement Association applied for funding for the cameras and will receive $28,902.
“We are very appreciative of the provincial support for this initiative. This project has been developed to enhance public safety in the downtown core with the installation of CCTV cameras. Prior to the installation of any equipment, there are additional steps in our project timeline, including public consultation. This project also requires final approval from Kawartha Lakes City Council.” Chief Mitchell told Kawartha 411 News.
The funding is being delivered through the Ontario Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Grant Program and can be used to replace outdated equipment, expand or enhance current technology and install new or additional CCTV surveillance cameras in areas where gun and gang violence, illegal drug activity and human trafficking are prevalent.
“With enhanced CCTV systems, the Kawartha Lakes Police Service will be better equipped to serve and protect the people of Kawartha Lakes,” said Laurie Scott, MPP for Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock. “Initiatives like this help police services identify and address criminal activity to ensure our communities and loved ones are safe”.
The grant funding covers 50 per cent of project costs up to a maximum of $200,000 for each successful project.
The Kawartha Lakes Police Service is one of 24 police services across the province receiving funding with more than $2.8 million being allocated through the 2023-24 CCTV Grant program.
“Our government is taking action to keep Ontarians safe,” said Solicitor General Michael Kerzner. “CCTV surveillance systems are an important part of local police work to detect, prevent, and deter criminal activity. The systems also enhance police efforts to investigate crimes and provide evidence necessary to lay charges.”
12 CCTV cameras were installed in downtown Peterborough in July of 2023.
