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Consider approving Resolution No. 2024-215 authorizing the purchase of uniforms and related equipment for the Farmers Branch Police Department from Galls, LLC in excess of $50,000; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Police Department.
BACKGROUND:
The Police Department's budget for uniforms and equipment includes but is not limited to, leather gear (belt, holster, carriers), handcuffs, and ballistic vests. Uniforms and equipment are purchased for all Police Department employees. Utilizing the Interlocal Agreement with the North Central Texas Council of Governments, the Department will spend more than $50,000 at Galls, LLC. Expenditures at and exceeding this amount require approval by the City Council.
DISCUSSION:
The Police Department purchases uniforms and equipment for all new officers. Uniforms and equipment are purchased for incumbent officers due to wear and tear and non-negligent breakage or malfunction. Also, ballistic vests must be replaced upon their expiration date. These collective expenditures quickly exceed $50,000, thereby requiring City Council approval.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The total Budgeted amount of $174,500 was approved in the Police Department FY 2024-2025 budget.
DISTRICT:
Citywide
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Resolution No. 2024-215 as presented.
2. I move to approve Resolution No. 2024-215 with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Resolution 2024-215
2. NTCOG Agreement
3. NTCOG ILA
4. NTCOG renewal