HomeMy WebLinkAbout(0074) M&C 20-0914City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 12/15/20 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 20-0914
LOG NAME: 04CITY OF BURLESON COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM AGREEMENT
SUBJECT
(ALL) Authorize Execution of a Communications System Agreement with the City of Burleson for the Connection of Public Safety Dispatch
Consoles to the City of Fort Worth's Public Safety Radio System at No Cost to the City of Fort Worth
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the execution of a communications system agreement with the City of Burleson for the
connection of public safety dispatch consoles to the City of Fort Worth's Public Safety Radio System at no cost to the City of Fort Worth.
DISCUSSION:
The Fort Worth Public Safety Radio System is utilized by multiple jurisdictions for the operation of their public safety agencies. In September 2020,
the City of Burleson (Burleson) approved a communications system agreement for the connection of its public safety agencies' dispatch consoles
to the Fort Worth radio system. Under the agreement, Burleson agrees to pay a standard monthly subscription fee for each console. Estimated
annual revenue is approximately $800.00.
To ensure the software levels of the radio system remain current and under support, the City utilizes a Motorola system upgrade agreement that
encompasses all external agencies that maintain dispatch consoles. The use of a single software agreement to cover all users results in a 14
percent discount in the cost for all agencies, including the City. Burleson will reimburse the City for its portion of the system upgrade agreement.
A Form 1295 is not required because: This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher education: City of
Burleson
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendation and execution of the communications system agreement, funds
will be deposited into the General fund. The Information Technology Solutions Department (and Financial Management Services) is responsible for
the collection and deposit of funds due to the City.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by. Valerie Washington 6192
Originating Business Unit Head: Kevin Gunn 2015
Additional Information Contact: Kevin Gunn 2015