Summary
Council moved up and approved the $2.6 million Axon body camera and taser purchase, plus grant applications for paramedic training, carbon monoxide detectors, hazmat response gear, and a possible federally funded fire station.
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Last discussed Jun 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
The Axon purchase alone tops $2.6 million in FY27 with the same annual cost through FY31, all subject to council appropriation.
Police officers get modern cameras and tasers; firefighters gain training funds and better hazmat equipment.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Urban County Council Public Hearing - DLMD FY27 Budget — June 18, 2026
Council moved up and approved the $2.6 million Axon body camera and taser purchase, plus grant applications for paramedic training, carbon monoxide detectors, hazmat response gear, and a possible federally funded fire station.
Urban County Council Work Copy Docket — May 28, 2026
Council signed off on up to $1.343 million for a custom Pierce Enforcer pumper for Lexington fire services.
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