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Council approves special‑events security purchases and funding to deploy vehicle‑stopping and pedestrian barricades

Naples City Council · April 15, 2026
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Summary

Council approved purchase of vehicle‑stopping 'archer' barricades and pedestrian barricades, set aside funding and directed staff to establish storage, deployment and user‑fee options for special‑event organizers.

Naples City Council approved purchases and an appropriation on April 15 to expand equipment used to secure large public events. Staff recommended buying Meridian Rapid Defense vehicle‑stopping systems (so‑called “archer” barricades) under a GSA piggyback contract and purchasing reusable metal pedestrian barricades to replace repeated rentals.

Community Services staff described the rationale: owning equipment reduces recurring rental costs for city events and gives staff…

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