Covington Poised to Approve $6 Million Police Technology Upgrade
Covington is set to vote on a $6 million, 10-year contract with Axon Enterprise to upgrade its police technology. The deal includes mobile license plate readers for squad cars, a police drone, tasers, and AI-powered software for administrative tasks. The…
Cincinnati, OH, August 21, 2026 —
Covington is considering a significant investment in its police department’s technological capabilities. A vote is scheduled on a proposed 10-year contract with Axon Enterprise, valued at approximately $6 million.
If approved, the contract will facilitate the acquisition of advanced law enforcement technology. Key components of the upgrade include the implementation of mobile license plate readers for all squad cars, providing enhanced capabilities for identifying vehicles of interest. The plan also encompasses the addition of a police drone, which can be utilized for surveillance, search and rescue operations, and incident assessment.
In addition to surveillance and aerial support, the proposed technology package includes new tasers for officers, aimed at providing modern de-escalation tools. Furthermore, the contract involves the integration of AI-powered software designed to streamline administrative tasks within the police department, potentially improving reporting efficiency and data management.
The stated goal behind this technology upgrade is to enhance overall police operations and increase the efficiency of reporting. Officials anticipate that these advancements will better equip the department to serve and protect the Covington community. The final decision on the contract is pending the upcoming vote.
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