Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Public Safety Equipment topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Commission approves radio purchase for new fire pickup, authorizes use of 911 fund
Summary
The board approved buying a Motorola radio (quote: $1,364) and antenna for a newly assigned pickup fire truck and moved to pay for it from the 911 fund; staff will order the radio and provide the invoice to the 911 oversight group for processing.
Fire-district staff briefed commissioners on communications needs for a newly acquired pickup firefighter vehicle and presented a vendor quote for a replacement radio and antenna kit.
The chair read the quote for the board: "...it's $1,364," and commissioners discussed whether the 911 fund would cover the purchase or whether it should be charged to a different budget. After discussion, a board member moved "to buy the radio on the 911 fund," the motion was seconded, and the board approved the purchase by voice vote. Staff said they will forward the invoice and proceed with ordering the radio and antenna kit from the vendor.
Commissioners also discussed forming or relying on an existing communications group to coordinate purchases so equipment remains compatible across departments. Provenance: discussion begins at SEG 2318 and motion recorded at SEG 2495–2503.
