Summary
The City Council approved an 8-year, $21.7 million contract with Axon for police body-worn cameras, tasers, drones, and automated license plate readers, sparking intense debate over community privacy and public safety.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
The contract costs $21,776,231.26 over eight years, partially offset by state 911 reimbursements and bundling discounts.
Reno Police Department officers and crime victims seeking enhanced investigative leads and evidentiary support.
Residents and civil liberties advocates concerned about warrantless mass surveillance, data privacy, and potential system misuse.
Mentions & discussions (7)
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Reno council approves $21.8 million Axon police deal — with conditions
Video surveillance cameras in Reno. Eric Marks / THIS IS RENO " data-large-file="https://cdn.thisisreno.com/conradcomm/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/flock-camera-ericmarks-2-2-780x520.jpg" />Reno City Council approved an eight-year, $21.8 million contra...
Reno City Council approves updated Axon contract after lengthy public feedback
After a lengthy debate on Wednesday, the Reno City Council voted in favor of an expanded contract with Axon Enterprise for new police technology, including automated license plate readers.The vote was 5-2, with...
Flock is out in Reno, but city will still use license plate readers
The Reno City Council on Wednesday voted 5-2 to approve an eight-year, $21.8 million agreement with Axon Enterprise that includes license plate readers to replace the city's Flock cameras.
Flock queda fuera en Reno, pero la ciudad seguirá usando lectores de placas de autos
El miércoles, el Concejo Municipal de Reno aprobó un acuerdo de $21.8 millones con Axon, lo que incluye lectores de placas de autos, cámaras corporales, dispositivos de descarga eléctrica y drones.
Reno City Council Meeting - Oct 21, 2026
The City Council approved an 8-year, $21.7 million contract with Axon for police body-worn cameras, tasers, drones, and automated license plate readers, sparking intense debate over community privacy and public safety.
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