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In the aftermath of the shooting death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Mo., many officials have suggested that police officers should wear body cameras.

Now Ald. Tony Zielinski wants body cameras for Milwaukee police officers. On Wednesday, Zielinski said Mayor Tom Barrett should include funds in his 2015 executive budget to outfit police with wearable body cameras.

“Given current events, I believe these cameras are a good investment which can increase overall police transparency while providing a clear record of what occurs during a given call for service,” Zielinski said in a statement. "I am calling on the mayor to include body cameras in his 2015 city budget, and if he does not, I will be introducing a budget amendment to include them.”

Barrett spokesman Jeff Fleming said the Barrett administration was interested in learning more about the proposal.

Earlier this month, Police Chief Edward Flynn said his department had a request for proposals to buy body cameras. "It's certainly not a concept alien to us or one we would reject," he said.

"Everything is a money issue but also it's an issue of practicality. Every technological device brings with it pluses and minuses...," Flynn added.

Zielinski said he believes body cameras will one day be standard equipment for police departments across the country.

“These cameras offer the public a clear record of what transpired, and for officers who followed the law and followed procedure -- but who are wrongfully accused – the footage can provide irrefutable vindication,” he said.

An online price search for wearable body cameras listed one brand for $400 apiece. With an estimated force of 1,875 officers, that would cost the city $750,000 to outfit the department.

Barrett is expected to present his 2015 executive budget next month.