Title
In Car Camera System for the Gainesville Police Department - Request for Purchase Order Issued to CDW-G Government (B)
This item requests the City Commission to authorize the issuance of a Purchase Order to upgrade the in-car camera system.
Explanation
The Gainesville Police Department received three grants totaling $183,223 to specifically purchase new digital in-car camera systems that upload wirelessly for the patrol vehicles. This In-car Camera System will greatly increase officer safety, professionalism, resolution of citizen complaints, and aid in the successful prosecution of criminal cases. With the purchase of this system, we will reduce costs associated with repairs to the antiquated analog in-car video system.
Fiscal Note
Funds for this expenditure are available from account numbers 115-810-X547-5210-6040 ($109,000), 112-810-A501-5210-6040 ($50,000), and 112-810-A503-5210-6040 ($25,000)
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Manager to execute a Purchase Order to CDW-G Government, a specified source, in an amount not to exceed $183,223 for the purchase of this system.
Alternative Recommendation A: The City Commission authorizes less than $183,223 for the digital in-car camera system understanding that this will impact the police department's ability to maintain an operable system.
Alternative Recommendation B: The City Commission denies funding.