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Bullhead City police seek 2 officers and funding for Axon AI body‑camera reporting and other equipment

Bullhead City Council · May 8, 2025
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Summary

Chief Trebes asked for two police positions, upgrades to body‑camera reporting (Axon AI transcription/reporting), SWAT gear and training funds, and increased maintenance and communications support in the proposed FY2025–26 budget.

Chief Trebes told the council the police department is requesting two additional full‑time officers — bringing authorized strength near an historic high — and a roughly $473,000 increase driven largely by personnel and targeted capital and technology needs.

The department asked for about $97,000 tied to an Axon body‑camera/report writing program that transcribes audio and produces draft reports for officers to review. Chief Trebes said the…

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