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File #: RS-24-103    Version: 1 Name: Court Cameras
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 3/22/2024 In control: City Council
On agenda: 6/25/2024 Final action: 6/25/2024
Title: Consider a memorandum/resolution approving an agreement for the replacement of the Municipal Court Cameras with GTS Technology Solutions, in an amount of $69,551.
Sponsors: Information Technology Department, Municipal Court Department
Attachments: 1. Quote, 2. Statement of Work, 3. Contract Verification, 4. Certificate of Interested Parties, 5. Presentation
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Consider a memorandum/resolution approving an agreement for the replacement of the Municipal Court Cameras with GTS Technology Solutions, in an amount of $69,551.

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DATE: June 18, 2024

TO: Kent Cagle, City Manager

FROM: Willie Resto, Executive Director of Information Technology

SUBJECT: Approve the replacement of the Cameras for the Municipal Court

BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:

The existing security cameras in our court facility have exhibited frequent malfunctions and failures. Such technical issues compromise the surveillance system's reliability and effectiveness. Instances of downtime due to equipment failure pose a significant risk to the safety and security of the premises, potentially leaving vulnerabilities unmonitored. Replacing the outdated cameras with modern, dependable models is imperative to ensure continuous and uninterrupted surveillance coverage.

The current security camera setup suffers from inherent limitations, including blind spots that compromise comprehensive surveillance coverage. These blind spots create areas within the facility where illicit activities could potentially go unnoticed, posing a significant security risk. By replacing outdated cameras and strategically installing new ones, we can eliminate these blind spots and ensure seamless monitoring of all critical areas within the court facility.

Upgrading the security cameras is essential to enhance the overall safety and security of the court facility. Advanced camera technology offers features such as higher resolution, wider coverage angles, and improved night vision capabilities. These enhancements enable better monitoring and surveillance of critical areas, deterring criminal activities, and facilitating quicker response times in the event of security breaches. By investing in state-of-the-art surveillance equipment, we can significantly bolster the security measures in place and mitigate potential threats effectively.

In addition to upgrading the c...

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