# Indianapolis municipal budget and police oversight > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indianapolis-municipal-budget-and-police-oversight > Updated: 2026-10-06T01:40:30.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. The Indianapolis City-County Council is managing significant municipal financial decisions alongside growing scrutiny of law enforcement practices and technology. In September 2026, the council reviewed over $100 million in bond authorizations for various projects, including public works, library improvements, and a new police station. During this period, council leaders also addressed disruptions in public meetings following protests related to a fatal officer-involved shooting. By October 2026, the council’s focus expanded to include oversight of the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) budget, which includes $400 million for the department. Following allegations that five officers used the Flock automated license plate reader system for stalking and fraud, Council President Maggie Lewis announced intentions to implement “guardrails” for the surveillance technology. While some public testimony raised concerns regarding privacy and “abuse of power,” officials noted the technology’s utility in homicide investigations. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-06: Indianapolis Council to consider Flock camera guardrails The Indianapolis City-County Council plans to implement oversight for Flock license plate cameras following officer misconduct charges and a proposed $1.9 billion city budget. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indianapolis-council-to-consider-flock-camera-guardrails ### 2026-09-14: Indianapolis City-County Council reviews $100M in bonds and meeting protocols The Indianapolis City-County Council is reviewing over $100 million in bond authorizations while addressing recent public disruptions during budget hearings and police department presentations. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indianapolis-city-county-council-reviews-100m-in-bonds-and-meeting-protocols --- Cite as: Indianapolis municipal budget and police oversight. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indianapolis-municipal-budget-and-police-oversight