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ITEM #6 CITY OF COLTON AGENDA REPORT FOR COUNCIL MEETING OF May 16, 2006 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: KENNETH RULON, CHIEF OF POLICE SUBJECT: AMMEND THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR THE NEW MOBILE COMMAND POST / EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS CENTER FROM USV INC. FROM THE AMOUNT OF $ 243,000.00 TO $ 290,000.00. DATE: MAY 10, 2006 BACKGROUND: The Police Department continues to have major events occur within our city. Such recent events include incidents such as Lost Children, Fatal Traffic Collisions and Gang related assaults with deadly weapons. These events are very taxing on the department's resources. On August 2, 2005, Council approved the purchase of a Mobile Command Post / Emergency Communications Center. During the period of construction, costs for the vehicle and associated communications technology has increased causing an increase in the overall cost of the unit. DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS: The proposed Mobile Command Center is designed and constructed by Universal Specialty Vehicles Inc. a local company that has specialized in developing and supplying mobile command units to public -safety agencies for over 15 years. Although the price of the basic unit was set by contract and did not change, additional technology became available whereas incorporating such technology will greatly enhance the effectiveness of the Mobile Command Post. Such improvements will benefit the effectiveness by incorporating improved data transfer for digital and analog signals, long range video surveillance, and improved digital / video recording. To enhance the overall physical function of the unit, an additional door was added to allow access the restroom from the exterior of the unit. Also, to prolong the useful life of the exterior, the manufacturer recommends the exterior to be painted rather than rely on the fiberglass finish alone. The total additional amount requested is $47,000.00. Funding for the additional cost will come from Federal Asset Seizure money and will increase account # 261-6070-6083-4910. No General Fund money is requested. FINANCIAL IMPACT: No General Fund impact. Proceeds will come from federal asset seizure account.