Agenda Date: 11/15/2016
Subject:
Title
Intergovernmental Agreement with Arapahoe County for continued use of Digital Trunked Radio System
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Presented By: |
Doug Stephens, Police Chief |
POLICY QUESTION:
Does city council support an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Arapahoe County Radio Communication Network and the Littleton Police Department?
BACKGROUND:
The Littleton Police Department (LPD) has utilized the Arapahoe County Radio Communication Network since at least 1996. The county maintains the Digital Trunked Radio System (DTRS) which comprises radio repeaters, electronic hardware, software, and towers/antennas. This radio system also integrates with the statewide DTRS which allows interoperability between Colorado law enforcement agencies.
STAFF ANALYSIS:
Communication is vital to emergency operations. Access to the Arapahoe County Radio Communications Network allows LPD to communicate on a proven network. Without this access and services proved through the county it would be impossible for the LPD to provide basic services and respond to emergencies in the city. Arapahoe County has been a great partner providing a properly maintained and reliable radio system. This agreement is a necessity for the safety and wellbeing of the community.
FISCAL IMPACTS:
The LPD will pay an annual operation and maintenance fee of $25 per device. The rate per radio is the same since 1996. The county is also asking for a one-time user fee of $325 for each device added after January 1, 2017. The LPD is not planning to add more devices so this cost should not affect the budget.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that council approve the resolution modifying the IGA between the Arapahoe County Radio Communication Network and the Littleton Police Department.
PROPOSED MOTION:
Proposed Motion
I move to approve the resolution approving an Intergovernmental Agreement between the Arapahoe County Radio Communication Network and the Littleton Police Department.