File #: RES 2020-144    Name: LETF Request for LPR Cameras
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 7/1/2020 In control: City Commission
On agenda: 7/23/2020 Final action: 7/23/2020
Title: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-SEVEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($137,000) FOR THE PURCHASE OF SIX FIXED LICENSE PLATE RECOGNITION (LPR) CAMERAS AND THREE MOBILE LPR CAMERAS WITH SPEED AWARENESS TRAILERS.
Indexes: Law Enforcement Trust Fund, Police, Resolution
Attachments: 1. RESOLUTION 2020-144-LETF Request for LPR Cameras, 2. BACKUP-LETF Memorandum
Related files: RES 2024-171

AGENDA ITEM REPORT

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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-SEVEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($137,000) FOR THE PURCHASE OF SIX FIXED LICENSE PLATE RECOGNITION (LPR) CAMERAS AND THREE MOBILE LPR CAMERAS WITH SPEED AWARENESS TRAILERS.

 

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BACKGROUND:

The City is committed to protecting its residents and visitors, and to the protection of property, while creating a safe environment for all who live in, work in, or visit our community.  The purchase of these items will continue to enhance our high-quality workforce and ensure the public safety. 

DISCUSSION:

The attached memo from Chief Albert Arenal to City Manager Karen Brooks, explains the request to purchase six fixed license plate recognition (LPR) cameras and three mobile LPR cameras with speed awareness trailers in the total amount of $137,000.  Procurement of all items listed will be in accordance with the City’s Purchasing Policies and Procedures.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends approval of this resolution.

FISCAL IMPACT:

REVENUES:                                          $ 0

EXPENDITURES:                     $ 137,000

BUDGETED?                      No

NOTES:  There is approximately $784,000 available in the Federal Law Enforcement Trust Fund - Department of Justice, Account #6261, of which $250,000 was previously earmarked for Crime Prevention Enhancement Programs, including the LPR system.