ACTION REQUESTED:
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Communication from the City Manager and the Fire Chief to APPROVE the SOLE SOURCE PURCHASE of Hydraulic Extrication Tools from MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY SERVICES in the Amount of $59,590.00. (Requires a Supermajority Vote)
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BACKGROUND: The 2019 Community Investment Plan provides for the purchase of Hydraulic Extrication Tools to be installed on fire department response machines. The hydraulic extrication tools are important tools used in fire and rescue services. Their ability to rapidly extricate victims in vehicle accidents and building collapse is vital in the life-saving efforts of fire department rescue personnel. These hydraulic extrication tools will replace the current tools that are 15+ years old, are in constant need of repair, and are less reliable in emergency rescue situations.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: The funds are provided in the 2019 Community Investment Plan (F1902 - $60,000) from account # 401-2201-51.5499
NEIGHBORHOOD CONCERNS: N/A
IMPACT IF APPROVED: The fire department will be equipped with newer, more reliable life-saving tools that are vital in the rapid extrication of victims in vehicle accidents and building collapse.
IMPACT IF DENIED: The fire department will continue to use the current extrication equipment that are 15+ years old and less reliable.
ALTERNATIVES: N/A
EEO CERTIFICATION NUMBER: Municipal Emergency Services 00287-190630
WHICH OF THE GOALS IDENTIFIED IN THE COUNCIL’S 2017 - 2032 STRATEGIC PLAN DOES THIS RECOMMENDATION ADVANCE?
1. Safe Peoria
WHICH CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR(S) FROM THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DOES THIS RECOMMENDATION IMPLEMENT?
1. Have an efficient government.
DEPARTMENT: Fire