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Fire chief outlines 700/800 MHz P25 radio system options; Board hears discussion only
Summary
Fire Chief Garrett Smith presented a proposal for a 700/800 MHz P25 radio system including a seven‑year contract, cost‑sharing options, and purchase vs. lease scenarios; he recommended the Board consider moving forward, but the item was for discussion only and no action was taken.
Fire Chief Garrett Smith presented an updated procurement and installation proposal for a 700/800 MHz P25 radio system to serve participating user groups. Chief Smith outlined expected costs for installation, deployment and maintenance over an initial seven‑year contract period, as well as options to purchase outright or lease the system and different subscription/maintenance models. He recommended the Board consider moving forward with the option described, but the item was informational and no formal action was taken during the work session.
Staff and commissioners discussed cost‑sharing among user groups and ongoing subscription and maintenance obligations. Because the proposal was presented for discussion only, no vote or procurement action occurred at the April 21 work session; further staff follow up would be required to develop a procurement plan if the Board chooses to proceed.
