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Through the Remuneration Authority, councillors are eligible for a grant of up to $5500 for the installation of home security systems and the upkeep of them.
Horizons Regional Council has voted in a home security allowance, due to the growing trend of elected officials being threatened.
The council unanimously agreed to the allowance this week, a scheme which could cost up to $77,000.
If councillors were found to be facing a substantial threat through a centrally outlined safety risk assessment, they could access up to $4500 for the purchase and installation of home security, and another $1000 in any year for monitoring and callouts.
