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Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-228 authorizing the City Manager to purchase uniforms and related equipment for the Farmers Branch Police Department from Galls, LLC, for an amount not to exceed $178,500; 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. Pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement with the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG), the Department will spend an amount not to exceed the budgeted $178,500 with Galls, LLC.
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, non-negligent breakage, or malfunction. Also, ballistic vests must be replaced upon their expiration date. These collective expenditures will not exceed $178,500.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Budgeted fiscal impact of $178,500 approved as part of the FY 2025-26 budget.
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Resolution No. 2025-228 as presented.
2. I move to approve Resolution No. 2025-228 with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Resolution No. 2025-228
2. NCTCOG Agreement
3. NCTCOG Agreement Renewal
4. NCTCOG Interlocal Agreement