North Andover Development News

North Andover Select Board Approves Five-Year Body Camera Contract with Axon

The North Andover Select Board voted to approve a five-year contract for the purchase of body cameras for the police department. The contract is with Axon, a company that also provides the department's tasers. The cost includes initial equipment purchase and ongoing cloud storage and maintenance. The decision was made to expedite the process and avoid delays. Union contracts related to the body cameras have already been impact-bargained and signed. The procurement is facilitated through a state contract after research by the police department.