HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023 08 14 Regular 501 - Discussion on Live Streaming City MeetingsREGULAR AGENDA ITEM 501
CITY COMMISSION AGENDA | AUGUST 14, 2023 REGULAR MEETING
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Discussion on Live Streaming City Meetings
SUMMARY
At request of Commission, City Staff evaluated live streaming video solutions that
would enable residents to watch official City meetings over the Internet.
Staff has identified a potential vendor for having the most cost effective and simplistic
solution and with experience with similar installs at other Florida municipalities.
This solution would incorporate a single high resolution camera with optical zoom to
supply visibility to individuals seated at the chambers dais. In addition, a touchscreen
switcher will be incorporated at the technical operations station to allow for zoom
control or to display presentation materials being shown on the projectors. All
hardware comes with a 3 year warranty for a one-time payment of $11,000.
The equipment will integrate with the existing Granicus govMeeting suite to ensure the
meetings are available on the City website while also allowing live viewing and
archiving on the City’s YouTube channel.
Council has advised the City to evaluate including live closed captioning services as
well. It is estimated that a live closed captioning smart appliance will cost
approximately $60,000 to purchase with an additional $6,000/year for maintenance,
and license renewal.
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Staff is seeking further direction from the Commission on live streaming City meetings.
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