Cleveland Proposes New Automated License Plate Reader System
The Cleveland Department of Public Safety is seeking to implement a new automated license plate reader system through an emergency ordinance, File No. 1378-2026. This proposal would allow the city to contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. to design, install, and maintain the technology to assist with public safety operations.
What's in the file
The ordinance authorizes the Director of Public Safety to enter into a contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for professional services related to an automated license plate reader system. According to the summary, the contract would cover:
- System design, installation, implementation, and testing
- Necessary hardware
- Maintenance and technical support
The proposed agreement is for an initial period of one year, with four additional one-year options to renew that may be exercised by the Director of Public Safety.
Who may be affected
- Director of Public Safety: Authorized to enter the contract and exercise renewal options.
- Axon Enterprises, Inc.: The designated contractor for the technology and services.
Status and timeline
- 2026-11-05: The emergency ordinance was introduced and received its first reading.
Residents can verify the details of this proposal by visiting the official Cleveland Legistar website.
Key facts
- Initial contract term
- one year
- Renewal options
- four one-year options
- Contractor
- Axon Enterprises, Inc.
Source record
- File
- 1378-2026
- Type
- Emergency Ordinance
- Status
- First Reading
- Committee
- City Council
- Introduced
- November 4, 2026