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RECORD OF PROCEEDINGS
/Public Safety Committee
November 26, 1986
Committee:
Attending:
Also Attending:
Chairman Aldrich, Trustees Habecker and
Laing
Chairman Aldrich, Trustee Habecker
Town Administrator Hill, Police Chief
Ault, Finance Officer Vavra, Officer
Heifner, Clerk O'Connor
Absent: Trustee Laing
PHASE II COMMUNICATIONS FOR DISPATCH STATION - PRESENTATION:
Officer Heifner presented a report identifying the type of
equipment that will be ordered for the primary dispatch station
which includes the following: 6-bay module station, 60" table
extension, paging system, siren control, door control, 4-channel
intercom system, monitor and additional camera, and central
electronics base. All equipment quoted is made by Motorola. The
Colorado State Patrol and hospital have requested modules be
included in the Department's communication station to serve as a
"paging" frequency. Additional cost of two modules is $3,448.
Upon installation of the new equipment, existing equipment will
be sold. Installation of the new communications center will
require slight modification of the dispatch area. One bid in the
amount of $400 has been received for such a modification. The
1987 Budget contains $44,700 for Phase II Communications. Cost
estimates for the equipment and remodqRa , excluding the State
Patrol and hospital modules is $43,575.'/''/Much of the equipment
needed is specifically required to facilitate communications with
other agencies. The Committee stated it is appropriate for the
State Patrol and hospital to pay for the cost of installing
modules for their needs in exchange for continued dispatch
services.
COMPUTER TERMINALS - INCREASE IN NUMBER AND REQUEST TO PURCHASE
IN 1986 IN LIEU OF 1987 BUDGET:
Two (2) CRT computer terminal units in the amount of $1,800 were
budgeted in 1987. The Radio Shack Company is offering a sale on
such units at $300 each. The expenditure for three units would
be $900 plus cable for an estimated cost of $1,200. The
Department has conducted an investigation of the units and is
satisfied of their quality and design. Following discussion, the
Committee recommends approval of the request authorizing three
(3) CRT units to be purchased in 1986 in lieu of 1987.
POLICE DEPARTMENT FLEET - AUTHORIZATION TO INCREASE TOTAL NUMBER
OF VEHICLES:
Currently, the Department contains three marked patrol cars and
two unmarked vehicles available to Police Officers. Surplus
vehicles are generally disposed of by trading them in on new
vehicles. The Police Department submitted a request to retain
two vehicles at a cost of approximately $5,896.48. Reasoning for
such a request is that the Department would increase their
efficiency, effectiveness, and visibility. Over a period of
time, maintenance and "down time" would be reduced and the annual
mileage figure would be spread over seven vehicles in lieu of
five. By retaining at least one unit, the Department could
possibly defer purchase of one new unit to 1988. Discussion
followed with the Committee recommending the Department increase
their fleet by the retention of one vehicle, on a one-year trail
basis. The Department will keep accurate records on such a
vehicle for submittal during the budget process in 1987.
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ESTES PARK VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT - AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE
ONE COMPUTER TERMINAL UNIT IN 1986 IN LIEU OF 1987 BUDGET:
The 1987 Fire Department Budget containes $2,800 to purchase one
computer. Upon additional research, the Department has dis-
covered they could purchase one CRT computer terminal unit and
connect the unit to the Police Department's computer. Connection
to the existing computer would necessitate the purchase of an
"expansion board." The hardware package is estimated to be
$1,300 including the cable and expansion board. This unit could
be included in the Police Department's purchase of their CRT
units. The software package is estimated to be between $600 -
$1,000. The Committee recommends the Fire Department be
authorized to purchase one (1) CRT computer terminal unit,
expansion board and all associated hardware during 1986 in lieu
of 1987 for an estimated expenditure of $1,300. The software
package will be purchased during 1987.
1987 BUDGET REQUESTS:
Chief Ault requested approximately $120 be earmarked for instal-
lation of a dedicated telephone line for the computer modem.
Installation will result in a monthly invoice of approximately
$13.00/month.
One "scanner" unit in the amount of $1,500 was originally budget-
ed in 1987. Chief Ault requested this figure be upgraded to
include two (2) "scanner" units for a total expenditure of
$3,000.
REPORTS:
Five signs stating "Speed Checked By Radar" have been ordered and
will be placed immediately following speed limit signs at each
roadway entering Estes Park.
Vickie O'Connor, Town Clerk
'• DEC 1 61986