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Coraopolis police chief warns tasers obsolete; replacement estimate jumps to roughly $82,000
Summary
Chief Stewart told council the department's tasers are obsolete, replacement parts and software are no longer available, and a previously quoted replacement package of $59,000 has increased to about $82,000; the council may place the item on a future agenda.
Chief Stewart told the council the department’s current tasers are obsolete and that attempts to extend their life by buying cartridges and batteries failed because the company stopped producing necessary parts and software updates.
"I am not saying that we have to do this right now," Chief Stewart said, but explained the cost history: "I did get a price to replace the whole group of tasers last year and it was $59,000.00 but it has since gone up in the new year to $82,000.00." He outlined that replacement could be purchased outright or financed in payment installments and that the issue could be placed on a future meeting agenda for council consideration.
Why it matters: The equipment is a direct public-safety operating expense that would require council consideration of financing or budget allocation. Chief Stewart did not request immediate purchase at the workshop; he requested council consider next steps and placement on an upcoming agenda.
The manager indicated the matter could be scheduled for council action next week if council so desires.
