Agenda No. 5.
CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
| City Council Meeting: | October 10, 2023 |
| Department: | Police Department |
| Subject: | Resolution 23-R-111 – Authorizing Expenditures in an amount not to exceed $2,731,724.00 with Axon Enterprise, Inc., for the purchase of Body-worn, In-Car Cameras and Taser Replacements. (S.Williams/J.Lowery/H.Murphy) |
BACKGROUND
Schertz Police Department has the immediate need to purchase body-worn, in-car cameras and Tasers to replace the discontinued existing cameras and tasers
GOAL
Obtain resolution by City Council authorizing expenditures with Axon Enterprise, Inc.
COMMUNITY BENEFIT
Purchasing the Axon OPS10+ bundle is technologically integrative, allows for continued growth, and the most cost-effective option.
SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
Seek resolution by City Council authorizing the final purchase of body-worn, in-car, and Tasers through Axon Enterprise, Inc.
FISCAL IMPACT
The funds for the purchase of body-worn, in-car cameras, and Tasers are listed in the expanded program approved in the 2023-2024 annual police department budget. Total cost will be $2,731,724 to be paid over 5 years equaling $546,344.80 annually.
RECOMMENDATION
Request resolution from City Council for final contract award and purchase from Axon Enterprise, Inc.