HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008 07 28 Consent 207 Purchase of 4 In-Car Camera UnitsCOMMISSION AGENDA
ITEM 207
July 28, 2008
Meeting
CONSENT X
INFORMATIONAL
PUBLIC HEARING
REGULAR
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Authorization
REQUEST: Police Department requests the Commission to approve the purchase of
four (4) complete in-car camera units from Police Impact Fees. The $27,600 expenditure
was approved during the FY07-08 budget process.
PURPOSE: To seek the consent of the Commission to approve the purchase of these
in-car camera systems.
CONSIDERATIONS: The Winter Springs Police Department takes apro-active stance
in all law enforcement functions, and places special emphasis on traffic enforcement and
the safety of our roadways. Enforcement of criminal traffic laws and the detection and
apprehension DUI offenders is paramount to this .goal.
This year, the police department was able to complete the purchase of (12) new systems
with 2008 Byrne Grant funding. The purchase of four (4) additional systems will bring us
closer to having our patrol fleet outfitted with modern camera systems to assist with the
apprehension and successful prosecution of DUI and traffic related cases.
FUNDING: All funding will come from currently approved budgeted police Impact
Fees. There is $57,005 in funds available in the account.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve the expenditure of $27,600 from budgeted Police
Impact Fees.
IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE: Immediately upon Commission approval.
ATTACHMENTS: None
COMMISSION ACTION: