Robbinsdale City Council Reviews $1.19 Million Axon Contract for ALPR Technology
What happened
The Robbinsdale City Council reviewed a 10-year contract with Axon, which is valued at $1.19 million. The city already uses Automatic License Plate Reader technology in squad cars, which records license plates and checks them against the National Crime Information Center. The council indicated approval of the contract at a subsequent business meeting.
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Why it matters
The contract represents a significant local government expenditure on surveillance technology. The implementation of Automatic License Plate Reader records links local police operations in Robbinsdale to the National Crime Information Center, a central database of crime-related information.
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Who's involved
- RobbinsdaleThe municipality where the contract for police technology is being implemented.
- city councilThe legislative body that reviewed and indicated approval for the contract.
- National Crime Information CenterThe national database that informs the local Automatic License Plate Reader records.
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Robbinsdale
city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
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