Summary

This resolution approves a Second Amendatory Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc., increasing the total contract amount by $450,000.00 to a new total of $22,547,650.10. This amendment funds body worn cameras, tasers, equipment, software, and cloud data storage for citywide Safety agencies. The contract term remains unchanged, ending on December 15, 2025. The additional funds are needed due to increased equipment quantities, accessory item needs, and utilization by non-Safety agencies.

Citizen Impact

This amendment increases funding for police and safety equipment, including body cameras and tasers, with no change to the contract end date.

Confidence

high

Summary

This resolution approves a Second Amendatory Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. to increase the maximum contract spend by $450,000.00, bringing the total contract value to $22,547,650.10. This amendment funds body-worn cameras, tasers, equipment, software, and cloud data storage for Denver's Safety agencies citywide. The contract term remains unchanged, ending on December 15, 2025. The additional funds are needed due to increased equipment requirements, accessory item needs, and utilization by non-Safety agencies.

Citizen Impact

This contract amendment will ensure continued funding for body-worn cameras and tasers used by city safety agencies, with no direct cost increase to residents as the funds are from budgeted sources.

Confidence

high

Summary

Comprehensive Agreement for Public Safety Technology Upgrade

The City and County of Denver is proposing a $27,000,000.00 framework agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for a five-year term, from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2030. This citywide contract, Resolution No. CR25-1968, aims to equip the Denver Police Department (DPD), Denver Sheriff Department (DSD), and Denver Fire Department (DFD) with essential public safety technology.

Funding Breakdown & Equipment

• Denver Police Department (DPD): Allocated $20,080,878.10 for 1,725 Axon Body 4 cameras, 1,450 Taser 10 devices, replacement hardware for 13 interview rooms, and unlimited cloud storage.
• Denver Sheriff Department (DSD): Allocated $6,183,432.14 for 725 Axon Body 4 cameras, 725 Taser 10 devices, and unlimited cloud storage.
• Denver Fire Department (DFD): Allocated $45,524.48 for 13 Axon Body 3 cameras and unlimited cloud storage.

Key Components and Services

The agreement includes body-worn and interview room cameras, Tasers (electronic control weapons), associated equipment, software, and cloud data storage. A critical component is the Evidence.com digital evidence management platform, which centralizes evidence collection and sharing, integrating with prosecuting agencies like the Denver District Attorney’s Office. The contract also provides for the replacement of aging electronic control weapon hardware and interview room equipment. Additionally, a Technology Assurance Plan (TAP) is included, providing scheduled device refreshes for cameras and docking stations around June 2028 and potentially later for DPD single-bay docks. The contract mandates strict data protection, PII certification, and CJIS Security Addendum compliance, ensuring the security and confidentiality of all City data, with Axon acting as the Data Processor and the City retaining data ownership.

Background and Approval

This initiative is partly driven by CRS 24-31-902, which mandates body-worn cameras for law enforcement. The Health and Safety Committee approved filing this item on December 3, 2025.

Citizen Impact

This agreement represents a significant investment in public safety, directly impacting residents by enhancing transparency and accountability through widespread body-worn cameras for police, sheriff, and fire personnel. It also aims to improve the efficiency of the criminal justice system by standardizing digital evidence management. The updated Tasers provide law enforcement with modern less-lethal options for de-escalation, potentially reducing injuries.

Confidence

high

Summary

This agenda item is a briefing from the Office of Social Equity and Innovation and the Denver Police Department regarding the Gun Violence Awareness and Intervention Network (GAIN) Program. The briefing will likely cover the program's objectives, strategies, current status, and any proposed future directions or needs related to addressing gun violence in Denver.

Citizen Impact

Residents can learn about city efforts to reduce gun violence and potentially provide feedback on these initiatives.

Confidence

high

Summary

This briefing details the Gun Violence Awareness and Intervention Network (GAIN) program, a year-long pilot that concluded in October. The program aimed to expand services to individuals before they become involved in gun violence, utilizing an intelligence-led, person-based analytical model developed with the Department of Justice. The pilot served both adults and youth, with a focus on identifying high-risk individuals and offering them support services while communicating potential consequences for continued violence. Key findings indicate the model was resource-intensive, contact with individuals was difficult, and this version of the program had no measurable impact on reducing shootings.

Citizen Impact

The GAIN program pilot has concluded, and while it aimed to intervene in gun violence, no direct impact on reducing shootings was observed, and the program will be redesigned.

Confidence

high

Summary

The City and County of Denver has approved a $2,104,859.00 agreement with the Mental Health Center of Denver, d/b/a WellPower, for continued Co-Responder services through November 30, 2026. This funding, provided by the Caring for Denver Foundation grant, supports the citywide Crisis Intervention Response Unit (CIRU) program (Resolution No. CR25-1969, City Clerk’s Filing No. 202581732).

Program Details:

• The CIRU program, which began in 2016, pairs 33 licensed mental health clinicians with first responders from the Denver Police Department (DPD), Denver Fire Department (DFD), Denver Sheriff Department (DSD), and Denver Parks and Recreation.
• Clinicians respond to 911 calls involving mental health crises, aiming to de-escalate situations, prevent arrests and injuries, and connect individuals to appropriate community support and services.
• Over the past nine years, the program has responded to over 47,000 calls for service, with less than 1.5% resulting in arrest or citation, demonstrating its effectiveness in diverting individuals from the criminal justice system.
• The agreement also includes provisions for ongoing training for first responders in trauma-informed, client-centered approaches.

Citizen Impact

This agreement ensures the continuation of critical mental health support for residents experiencing crises, providing a more appropriate and effective response than traditional law enforcement alone. It helps reduce arrests and citations for mental health-related incidents and connects individuals to long-term community services, fostering overall community safety and well-being.

Confidence

high

Summary

The City and County of Denver has approved a $2,104,859.00 agreement with the Mental Health Center of Denver, d/b/a WellPower, for continued Co-Responder services through November 30, 2026. This funding, provided by the Caring for Denver Foundation grant, supports the citywide Crisis Intervention Response Unit (CIRU) program (Resolution No. CR25-1969, City Clerk’s Filing No. 202581732).

Program Details:

• The CIRU program, which began in 2016, pairs 33 licensed mental health clinicians with first responders from the Denver Police Department (DPD), Denver Fire Department (DFD), Denver Sheriff Department (DSD), and Denver Parks and Recreation.
• Clinicians respond to 911 calls involving mental health crises, aiming to de-escalate situations, prevent arrests and injuries, and connect individuals to appropriate community support and services.
• Over the past nine years, the program has responded to over 47,000 calls for service, with less than 1.5% resulting in arrest or citation, demonstrating its effectiveness in diverting individuals from the criminal justice system.
• The agreement also includes provisions for ongoing training for first responders in trauma-informed, client-centered approaches.

Citizen Impact

This agreement ensures the continuation of critical mental health support for residents experiencing crises, providing a more appropriate and effective response than traditional law enforcement alone. It helps reduce arrests and citations for mental health-related incidents and connects individuals to long-term community services, fostering overall community safety and well-being.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) to increase funding and extend the timeline for distracted driving and speed enforcement by the Denver Police Department. The grant amount is increased by $210,038.40, bringing the new total to $528,676.30. The agreement's end date is extended by twelve months to December 31, 2026. The Denver Police Department will use the additional funds for officer overtime to conduct enforcement operations citywide, targeting distracted driving at identified hot spots and addressing speeding and street racing across various times and days.

Citizen Impact

Residents can expect increased police presence focused on enforcing distracted driving and speed limits across the city. This initiative aims to improve road safety by reducing crashes related to these behaviors.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) to increase funding and extend the timeline for distracted driving and speed enforcement by the Denver Police Department. The grant amount is increased by $210,038.40, bringing the new total to $528,676.30. The agreement's end date is extended by twelve months to December 31, 2026. The Denver Police Department will use the additional funds for officer overtime to conduct enforcement operations citywide, targeting distracted driving at identified hot spots and addressing speeding and street racing across various times and days.

Citizen Impact

Residents can expect increased police presence focused on enforcing distracted driving and speed limits across the city. This initiative aims to improve road safety by reducing crashes related to these behaviors.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends an intergovernmental agreement between the City and County of Denver and Denver Health and Hospital Authority (DHHA) to increase funding for HIV/AIDS care, treatment, and supportive services. The agreement is amended to add $333,572.00, bringing the new total contract amount to $3,013,327.00. The services are provided to individuals living with HIV/AIDS within the Denver Transitional Grant Area (TGA), which includes Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and Jefferson counties. The contract term remains unchanged, from March 1, 2023, to February 28, 2026. DHHA will continue to provide services such as Case Management Continuum, Early Intervention Services, Mental Health Services, Medical Transportation, Outpatient Ambulatory Health Services (HIV Specialty care), Oral Health Care, and Substance Abuse Outpatient Care. The funding source is the Ryan White Part A grant from HRSA.

Citizen Impact

This amendment increases funding for essential HIV/AIDS care and support services, ensuring continued access to treatment, case management, and other critical services for individuals living with HIV/AIDS in the Denver area. The services provided by Denver Health and Hospital Authority are vital for this population.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends an intergovernmental agreement between the City and County of Denver and Denver Health and Hospital Authority (DHHA) to increase funding for HIV/AIDS care, treatment, and supportive services. The agreement is amended to add $333,572.00, bringing the new total contract amount to $3,013,327.00. The services are provided to individuals living with HIV/AIDS within the Denver Transitional Grant Area (TGA), which includes Adams, Arapahoe, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and Jefferson counties. The contract term remains unchanged, from March 1, 2023, to February 28, 2026. DHHA will continue to provide services such as Case Management Continuum, Early Intervention Services, Mental Health Services, Medical Transportation, Outpatient Ambulatory Health Services (HIV Specialty care), Oral Health Care, and Substance Abuse Outpatient Care. The funding source is the Ryan White Part A grant from HRSA.

Citizen Impact

This amendment increases funding for essential HIV/AIDS care and support services, ensuring continued access to treatment, case management, and other critical services for individuals living with HIV/AIDS in the Denver area. The services provided by Denver Health and Hospital Authority are vital for this population.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with Denver Urban Gardens (DUG) by adding $1,730,790.00 to the contract, bringing the new total to $5,192,372.00. The agreement is also extended by two years, with a new end date of 12-31-2027. This funding, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, supports DUG's work in providing nutritious food access and nutrition education. The program operates in Council Districts 3, 7, 8, and 9 and partners with We Don't Waste and Slow Food Denver.

Citizen Impact

Residents in Council Districts 3, 7, 8, and 9 will continue to benefit from expanded access to nutritious food and nutrition education through community gardens and mobile markets.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with Denver Urban Gardens (DUG) by adding $1,730,790.00, bringing the total contract value to $5,192,372.00. The agreement is also extended by two years, with a new end date of 12-31-2027. This funding, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, supports DUG's work in providing nutritious food access and nutrition education through community and school gardens, mobile food markets, and outreach to increase SNAP participation. The program operates in Council Districts 3, 7, 8, and 9.

Citizen Impact

Residents in Council Districts 3, 7, 8, and 9 will continue to benefit from expanded access to nutritious food and nutrition education programs through Denver Urban Gardens until the end of 2027.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with the Center for African American Health to add $411,924.98, bringing the total to $1,235,774.98. The agreement is also extended by two years, with a new end date of 12-31-2027. These funds, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, will support nutritious food access and nutrition education programs, including the development of a teaching kitchen and community garden at their Hudson Street hub in Northeast Park Hill, Council District 8.

Citizen Impact

Residents, particularly families and children in Council District 8, will benefit from enhanced access to nutritious food and nutrition education through expanded programs and new facilities.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with the Center for African American Health (CAA Health) to add $411,924.98, bringing the total grant amount to $1,235,774.98. The grant period is extended by two years, ending on 12-31-2027. These funds, provided through the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, will support CAA Health in enhancing nutritious food access and nutrition education programs. Specifically, the funds will help develop a teaching kitchen and community garden at their Hudson Street community hub in Northeast Park Hill, Council District 8, to integrate hands-on learning for children and families.

Citizen Impact

Residents, particularly in Council District 8, will benefit from enhanced access to nutritious food and nutrition education programs, including hands-on learning opportunities at a new teaching kitchen and community garden.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless, increasing the funding by $203,789.75 to a new total of $615,103.75. The agreement's duration is extended by two years, with a new end date of 12-31-2027. These funds, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, will continue to support nutritious food access and nutrition education citywide.

Citizen Impact

Residents will continue to benefit from nutritious food access and nutrition education programs through an extended and increased grant to The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless, increasing the total funding by $203,789.75 to a new total of $615,103.75. The grant duration is extended by two years, with a new end date of 12-31-2027. These funds, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, will continue to support nutritious food access and nutrition education citywide.

Citizen Impact

Residents will continue to benefit from nutritious food access and nutrition education programs through an extended and increased grant for The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with Denver Food Rescue (DFR) to add $1,550,143.32, bringing the total to $4,669,628.32. The agreement is also extended by two years, with a new end date of 12-31-2027. This funding, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, will continue to support DFR's work in providing nutritious food access and nutrition education citywide through various community partners.

Citizen Impact

Residents will continue to benefit from increased access to nutritious food and nutrition education programs funded by the Healthy Food for Denver's Kids Initiative through an extended and enhanced grant to Denver Food Rescue.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with Denver Food Rescue (DFR) to add $1,550,143.32, bringing the total funding to $4,669,628.32. The grant period is extended by two years, with a new end date of 12-31-2027. This funding, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, supports DFR and its partners in providing nutritious food access and nutrition education citywide. DFR distributes rescued food through No Cost Grocery Programs and collaborates with organizations like Spirit of the Sun and Sun Valley Kitchen.

Citizen Impact

Residents will continue to benefit from expanded access to nutritious food and nutrition education through Denver Food Rescue's programs, with extended funding and duration.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with MILE HIGH 360 to increase funding and extend the contract duration. The funding is increased by $503,270.50, bringing the new total contract amount to $1,474,911.50. The contract end date is extended by two years to December 31, 2027. This funding, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, supports Mile High 360 in providing nutritious food access, nutrition education, and assistance with federal nutrition programs for children aged 18 and under. Services will be provided at 1265 Mariposa St, Denver, CO 80204, within Council District 3. Mile High 360 was selected through a competitive RFP process and has provided these services to the city before. Subcontractors include Slow Food Denver.

Citizen Impact

This amendment will extend and enhance services providing nutritious food access and education for children in Council District 3. Residents can expect continued support for families through food boxes, meals, and nutrition workshops until the end of 2027.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with MILE HIGH 360 to increase funding and extend the contract duration. The funding is increased by $503,270.50, bringing the new total contract amount to $1,474,911.50. The contract end date is extended by two years to December 31, 2027. This funding, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, supports Mile High 360 in providing nutritious food access, nutrition education, and assistance with federal nutrition programs for children aged 18 and under. Services will be provided at 1265 Mariposa St, Denver, CO 80204, within Council District 3. Mile High 360 was selected through a competitive RFP process and has provided these services to the city before. Subcontractors include Slow Food Denver.

Citizen Impact

This amendment will extend and enhance services providing nutritious food access and education for children in Council District 3. Residents can expect continued support for families through food boxes, meals, and nutrition workshops until the end of 2027.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with ReVision, extending its duration and increasing its funding to provide nutritious food access and nutrition education citywide. The total grant amount is increased by $1,280,773.48, bringing the new total to $3,842,320.48. The agreement's end date is extended by two years to December 31, 2027. The funds will support ReVision's family garden program for 250 families, extend their Semillas de Esperanza youth cohorts, and adapt this curriculum for 50 students at North High School starting in 2026. This initiative is funded by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative.

Citizen Impact

Denver residents, particularly families and youth, will benefit from continued and expanded access to nutritious food programs and nutrition education. The extended funding ensures ongoing support for community gardens and youth development initiatives focused on food sovereignty.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with ReVision, extending its duration and increasing its funding to provide nutritious food access and nutrition education citywide. The total grant amount is increased by $1,280,773.48, bringing the new total to $3,842,320.48. The agreement's end date is extended by two years to December 31, 2027. The funds will support ReVision's family garden program for 250 families, extend their Semillas de Esperanza youth cohorts, and adapt this curriculum for 50 students at North High School starting in 2026. This initiative is funded by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative.

Citizen Impact

Denver residents, particularly families and youth, will benefit from continued and expanded access to nutritious food programs and nutrition education. The extended funding ensures ongoing support for community gardens and youth development initiatives focused on food sovereignty.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with THE SALVATION ARMY to increase funding by $274,683.77, bringing the total to $825,357.77. The grant period is extended by two years, with a new end date of 12-31-2027. These funds, part of the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, will continue to provide nutritious food access and nutrition education citywide. The Salvation Army Lambuth Family Center uses these funds for meals, snacks, and expanding their on-site garden program to teach healthy lifestyle skills.

Citizen Impact

Residents will continue to benefit from nutritious food access and nutrition education programs through The Salvation Army, with expanded garden-based learning opportunities.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with THE SALVATION ARMY to add $274,683.77, bringing the total to $825,357.77. The agreement is also extended by two years, with a new end date of 12-31-2027. These funds, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, will continue to support nutritious food access and nutrition education, including expanding on-site garden programming for hands-on learning about healthy lifestyles.

Citizen Impact

Residents will continue to benefit from nutritious food access and nutrition education programs provided by The Salvation Army through an extended and increased city grant.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with SPROUT CITY FARMS to add $527,382.98, bringing the total to $1,582,170.98. The agreement is also extended by two years, with a new end date of 12-31-2027. These funds, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, will continue to support nutritious food access and nutrition education citywide. The program includes no-cost CSA shares, produce donations, farm-based education for K-8 students, and a Youth Food Leadership and Advocacy Program.

Citizen Impact

Residents will continue to benefit from expanded access to nutritious food and nutrition education programs, with an extended timeline for these services.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with SPROUT CITY FARMS to add $527,382.98, bringing the total to $1,582,170.98. The agreement is also extended by two years, with a new end date of 12-31-2027. These funds, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, will continue to support nutritious food access and nutrition education citywide. The program includes no-cost CSA shares, farm stands, produce donations, and farm-based education for K-8 students, as well as youth leadership programs.

Citizen Impact

Residents will continue to benefit from expanded access to nutritious food and nutrition education programs, with an extended timeline for services funded by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with the VICTIM OFFENDER RECONCILIATION PROGRAM OF DENVER (Colorado Circles for Change) to increase funding and extend the contract duration. The agreement is amended by adding $414,945.23, bringing the total contract value to $1,244,836.48. The contract term is extended by two years, with a new end date of December 31, 2027. This funding, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, supports the program's efforts to provide nutritious food access and nutrition education citywide. The program offers nutritious meals and snacks, bi-monthly food boxes for youth, information on federal nutrition programs, monthly cooking classes, and quarterly educational workshops.

Citizen Impact

This amendment will continue and expand access to nutritious food and nutrition education for youth and families through the Victim Offender Reconciliation Program of Denver, funded by the Healthy Food for Denver's Kids Initiative.

Confidence

high

Summary

This item amends a grant agreement with the VICTIM OFFENDER RECONCILIATION PROGRAM OF DENVER (Colorado Circles for Change) to increase funding and extend the contract duration. The agreement is amended by adding $414,945.23, bringing the total contract value to $1,244,836.48. The contract term is extended by two years, with a new end date of December 31, 2027. This funding, provided by the Healthy Food for Denver’s Kids Initiative, supports the program's efforts to provide nutritious food access and nutrition education citywide. The program offers nutritious meals and snacks, bi-monthly food boxes for youth, information on federal nutrition programs, monthly cooking classes, and quarterly educational workshops.

Citizen Impact

This amendment will continue and expand access to nutritious food and nutrition education for youth and families through the Victim Offender Reconciliation Program of Denver, funded by the Healthy Food for Denver's Kids Initiative.

Confidence

high