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Interlocal Agreement Addendum for Public Safety Trunking Radio Service (B)
Staff is requesting approval of agreement addendum for Public Safety Trunking Radio Services.
Explanation
On November 9th, 1999 the Interlocal Agreement between Alachua County and the City of Gainesville was executed to construct the Public Safety Trunking Radio System. The agreement provided that all equipment used to provide service was to be owned and maintained by Gainesville Regional Utilities. During construction, the County was unable to reach terms to use one of the radio towers planned to provide this service and the radio facilities for that site were relocated to the High Springs location. As a result radio coverage in the northeast portion of the county was less than optimal. The County has now reached agreement to utilize the radio tower at the Austin Cary site which will provide enhanced coverage for the northeast portion of Alachua County. In addition, the County has procured a grant for the purchase of the necessary equipment to provide radio service in this area.
This amendment, negotiated by representatives of Alachua County and Gainesville Regional Utilities, provides for the County to maintain ownership of the equipment and that the Utility will maintain the equipment.
Recommendation
The City Commission approve the First Amendment To Interlocal Agreement Between Alachua County And The City Of Gainesville For Public Safety Trunking Radio Services and authorize the Mayor and Clerk of the Commission to execute the same on behalf of the City subject to approval of the City Attorney
Fiscal Note
There is minimal fiscal impact as the equipment is being provided by the County. Maintenance of the equipment is a routine portion of the work provided by the radio crews.
Drafter
Prepared by Ted Kellermann, Director Sales and New Services
Reviewed by Raymond O. Manasco, Jr., Utilities Attorney
Approved by Robert E. Hunzinger, General Manager