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Jamestown council approves replacement of older tasers and discusses grants for body armor
Summary
Council discussed Axon warranty expirations for many tasers, reviewed replacement cost estimates and Homeland Security grant plans, approved a motion to proceed with ordering replacements, and noted a separate Kentucky Attorney General grant awarded for ballistic vests.
Council members discussed police equipment needs, approved replacing tasers that are past manufacturer warranty windows, and reviewed recent grant awards for officer protective gear.
Clerk explained that many of the department's Axon tasers are outside the five‑year warranty and that replacement batteries and units would be costly. “...you're outside your 5 year window,” the Clerk said while summarizing vendor warranty limits. Estimates discussed in the meeting ranged from roughly $26,000 to $31,000 depending on how many units are purchased.
The Clerk said the city will pursue Homeland Security grant funding when the replacement window recurs, noting the grant may not cover the full cost but could fund a substantial portion. Separately, staff reported the city had been awarded a Kentucky Attorney General grant to purchase five ballistic vests at about $1,300 each.
A motion to proceed with the taser purchase was made and seconded; the council approved the motion by voice vote.
Why it matters: The council's decision addresses immediate safety‑equipment needs for officers and leverages grant opportunities to offset costs; discussion also flagged longer‑term procurement planning and additional protective equipment (helmets, rifle plates, shields) for future grant applications.
The meeting record does not contain a roll‑call vote; the transcript records a voice approval.
