AMES, Iowa (AP) – Police in Ames are considering adding cameras along a street that experiences persistent issues with assaults and other crimes. The street is in the Campustown area, just south of the Iowa State University campus. Police say their chances of solving cases, like a recent attack that happened in February, would increase significantly if they had video evidence.

Authorities say the cameras would not be monitored 24 hours a day, but video footage would be looked at if a crime is reported. KCCI-TV reports that authorities recently went to the Campustown Action Association with the proposal. Police had proposed the idea in 2012, but the city council was not on board. The association is seeking input from the public about adding cameras through an online survey.