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Stevensville council approves new taser lease from Axon and purchase of three Toughbooks for patrol vehicles
Summary
The Stevensville Town Council approved a five‑year Axon taser lease with training and a purchase agreement for three Panasonic Toughbooks for patrol cars; officials said fundraising will cover much of the cost and both measures passed by recorded 'Aye' votes from the two sitting council members.
Stevensville — The Town Council voted on Jan. 8 to approve two equipment packages intended to modernize police technology and provide a less‑lethal option for officers.
Police leadership presented a five‑year memorandum of understanding with Axon Enterprises that would provide three new taser units, a virtual‑reality training simulator, 50 live cartridges and 30 training cartridges, docking stations, evidence storage integration, extended warranty and on‑demand training. The contract requires a one‑time payment of $200 in February and annual payments of $3,044.36 each November through the contract term, ending in 2030, according to the chief. The chief said fundraising and community donations will be…
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