Title
Resolution Authorizing the Lease Agreement Between Motorola and the City of Greensboro for the Emergency Dispatch Consoles- Agreement No. 24757
Body
Council Priority: Promote Public Safety and Reduce Crime
Department: Guilford Metro 911
Council District: All
Public Hearing: N/A
Advertising Date/By: N/A
Contact 1 and Phone: Melanie Neal, 373-2646
Contact 2 and Phone: Christine Moore, 373-7762
PURPOSE:
The City’s Service Policy requires the approval of the governing board for service agreements that are $100,000.00 or higher annually. The attached lease agreement number 24757 between the City of Greensboro and Motorola for the Emergency Dispatch Consoles will be replacing the current expiring lease agreement number 23435. In accordance with the City’s Service Policy, City Council authorization is required.
BACKGROUND:
In 2013, GM911 upgraded their Emergency Dispatch Consoles to replace obsolete equipment with Motorola to enhance the emergency response system. Maintaining and updating the equipment is essential for the ability of GM911 stay current with the emergency response systems.
BUDGET IMPACT:
All of the lease costs for the Emergency Dispatch Consoles will be paid from funds received under the NC State 911 Board funding.
RECOMMENDATION / ACTION REQUESTED:
Guilford Metro 911 recommends and requests approval of the attached Resolution to issue a new leasing agreement with Motorola and the City of Greensboro.