Board approves Axon Tasers contract; county staff say upgraded devices extend range and include VR training
Douglas County approved a one-year contract (with renewals) with Axon Enterprise for Tasers at $80,860 the first year and roughly $149,078 annually thereafter. Sheriff's Office representatives said new devices increase effective range to about 45 feet and include virtual‑reality training and cartridge/battery supply.
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Douglas County commissioners approved a contract Sept. 1 with Axon Enterprise for electronic control devices (Tasers), authorizing a one‑year agreement with automatic annual renewals for up to five years. The first-year cost is $80,860, with an annual cost of about $149,078.26 thereafter; the board recorded a 5-0 approval.
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