HomeMy WebLinkAbout(0077) M&C 20-0917City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 12/15/20 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 20-0917
LOG NAME: 04JOHNSON COUNTY EMERGENCY SERV. DISTRICT NO. 1 COMMUNICATI
SUBJECT
(ALL) Authorize Execution of a Communications System Agreement with the Johnson County Emergency Services District No. 1 for the
Connection of Public Safety Dispatch Consoles to the City of Fort Worth's Public Safety Radio System
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the execution of a communications system agreement with the Johnson County Emergency
Services District No. 1 for the connection of public safety dispatch consoles to the City of Fort Worth's Public Safety Radio System.
DISCUSSION:
The Fort Worth Public Safety Radio System is utilized by multiple jurisdictions for the operation of their public safety agencies. In August 2020, the
Johnson County Emergency Services District No. 1 (ESD #1) approved a communications system agreement for the connection of its public
safety agencies' dispatch consoles to the Fort Worth radio system. Under the agreement, ESD #1 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. ESD #1 will reimburse the City for its portion of the system upgrade sgreement.
A Form 1295 is not required because: This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher education:
Johnson County Emergency District
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendation and amendment to 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