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2024-25 ANNUAL PROGRAM OF SERVICES

Police Department

Burleson Police Department (BPD) is committed to protect the lives, property, and rights of all. BPD will
enforce all laws impartially while maintaining the highest degree of ethical behavior and professional
conduct and strives to be part of the community that has empowered it to serve.

Goals for FY 2024-2025

o Increase current real-time information and intelligence capabilities by increasing the number of
Flock ALPR systems deployed throughout the city
o Transition to Axon Air streaming software to integrate our current drones with existing Axon live
streaming and digital evidence storage service
o Enhance drone operations through addition of a tethered drone that works with existing Axon
software that does not require a certified pilot to operate

Prior Year Accomplishments for FY 2023-2024

o Transitioned to Axon body-worn and in-car camera systems, which includes, but is not limited
to, unlimited storage, robust redaction software, and automatic license plate readers (ALPR)
o Increased community and officer safety by upgrading to the Axon Taser10 platform
o Increased efficiency and supervision through the introduction of one Support Bureau
Lieutenant, with vehicle and equipment, to the command structure
o Increased community crime prevention and engagement efforts with the introduction of a
civilian crime prevention and public engagement specialist
o Maintained functionality and dependability through the replacement of duty firearms.
o Increased connectivity and secured a net cost reduction through the issuance of departmental
cell phones to sworn staff and select professional staff

Supplemental Budget Items

2024-2025
Real Time Crime Center Technology & Flock LPR Add Ons ($49,720)
Axon Tethered drone ($9,892)
Axon Air Streaming Software ($7,175)
Tactical Gear ($69,630)

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