City of Statesville Awarded Congressionally Directed Spending for Police Department

The City of Statesville is proud to announce that it has been granted $410,000 in funding from the FY24 appropriations legislation, following a request made by Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC). This allocation, which received overwhelming support with a Senate vote of 77-22 on March 8th and was signed into law by President Biden, marks a significant investment in the enhancement of law enforcement capabilities within the city.

Chief of Police David Onley expressed his appreciation, stating, "With the $410,000 directed to the City of Statesville by Senator Tillis, the police department will procure 90 body-worn camera systems and 55 in-car camera systems. These new systems will help ensure officer safety and accountability resulting in stronger community relations. We thank the Senator for his help in making this happen for our police department.”

Read the full Press Release from the City of Statesville here