HomeMy WebLinkAbout(0155) M&C 21-0425City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 06/22/21 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 21-0425
LOG NAME: 04TEXAS OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CSA AMENDMENT
SUBJECT
(ALL) Authorize Execution of an Amendment to Extend an Existing Communications System Agreement with the Texas Office of the Attorney
General for Participation in the City of Fort Worth's Two -Way 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 an amendment to extend an existing communications system agreement with
the Texas Office of the Attorney General for participation in the City of Fort Worth's two-way Public Safety Radio System at no cost to the City of
Fort Worth.
DISCUSSION:
The City of Fort Worth maintains agreements to provide access to its two-way radio system by other public safety agencies in Tarrant, Johnson,
Dallas, Parker, and Ellis counties. In return for this access, external agencies help offset the City's expenses through the payment of annual fees. In
addition, access to the Fort Worth Public Safety Radio System by multiple jurisdictions enhances the ability of emergency responders to
communicate with one another when responding to incidents.
In April 2021, the City and the Texas Office of the Attorney General (OAG) executed City Secretary Contract 55626 providing the OAG with access
to operate on the City's Public Safety Radio System. The OAG provides its own radios and dispatch center, but utilizes the City's radio
infrastructure for its public safety communications. The existing agreement expires on August 31, 2021. The proposed amendment extends the
term of the agreement through August 31, 2023. The estimated annual revenue is $4,160.00.
A Form 1295 is not required because: This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher education: Texas
Office of the Attorney General
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendation and execution of the 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
Donlen Ruffin 2017
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