Title
A RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE CITY’S ACTION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH AXON ENTERPRISE, INC. FOR THE PROVISION OF TASER DEVICES FOR USE BY THE HUDSON POLICE DEPARTMENT.
Brief Description: This Resolution provides for continuing service under a current agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for the provision of TASER devices for use by the Police Department.
Body
Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
The City entered into an agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for a five-year term beginning October 11, 2017 for the provision of TASER devices for use by the Hudson Police Department. TASER devices provided under said agreement are important pieces of equipment utilized by the Hudson Police Department. Continuing service under this agreement requires affirmation by City Council.
Legal Authority for Proposed Legislation
Pursuant to Charter Section 6.04:
Competitively bid and advertised for three consecutive weeks.
Joint or Cooperative Purchase Program
Professional Services
X Other, approval of previously executed contract
Fiscal Impact
X Currently Budgeted (Account # 101-1100-52520 / $7,656.00 in 2021)
Supplemental Appropriation Required (Account #, $)
Appropriation Not Required.
Does this legislation require use of an emergency clause?
Yes
X No
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that City Council approve this Resolution affirming the City’s action to enter into the current agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for the provision of TASER devices for use by the Hudson Police Department.
Submitted by,
Jane Howington, City Manager
Perry Tabak, Police Chief