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Consider a memorandum/resolution authorizing the procurement of a tactical robot from ICOR Technology, in the amount of $149,144.28, and amending the existing Axon contract with technology upgrades, in the amount of $300,387.60.
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DATE: January 20, 2026
TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager
FROM: Pedro Lopez, Chief of Police
SUBJECT: ICOR Technology Tactical Robot and Axon Technology Upgrades
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
The purpose of this memorandum is to formally request approval for the acquisition of a tactical SWAT robot to support the Killeen Police Department's Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Team and patrol drones. This technology is widely recognized as an essential tool for modern tactical operations and is recommended by national and state-level law enforcement organizations. The use of a tactical robot will significantly enhance officer safety, reduce liability, strengthen crisis negotiation capabilities, and improve KPD's ability to manage high-risk incidents.
The integration of patrol drones and an indoor SWAT drone provides critical capabilities that directly support officer safety, enhance situational awareness, and strengthen the department's ability to manage incidents efficiently and safely. Patrol officers frequently respond to rapidly evolving situations, including fleeing suspects, in-progress violent crimes, missing persons, traffic fatalities, and perimeter containment.
The Axon R10 drones are an integral part of the ICOR robot system and will be utilized by the Killeen Police Department SWAT Team during high-risk deployments. The tactical robot and R10 drones will operate as a single integrated unit through the FUSUS and Axon software platforms within the Real Time Crime Center, providing senior command staff with real-time intelligence and enhanced situational awareness during critical incidents.
The Axon X10 drones further enhance this capability by providing rapid aerial overwatch, indoor and outdoor reconnaissance, and i...
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