RESOLUTION NO. (N.C.S.)
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR 2024 FIRE ACADEMY RECRUITS WHEREAS, on October 10, 2023, the Salinas City Council approved a resolution accepting the SAFER award, thereby securing full funding for nine (9) Fire Recruit positions; and WHEREAS, recognizing the imperative to diminish overtime expenses and alleviate the strain on personnel due to turnover and industrial leave vacancies, the Salinas Fire Department has concluded that augmenting its workforce with an additional eight (8) positions would provide a comprehensive solution; and WHEREAS, the Salinas Fire Department seeks approval to procure all essential equipment for a seventeen (17)-recruit academy, ensuring its effectiveness and bolstering the department's operational readiness; and WHEREAS, the Salinas Fire Department has obtained quotes from established and competitive vendors to procure the necessary safety equipment and clothing mandated by state and federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations; and WHEREAS, upon approval of this resolution, the Salinas Fire Department will proceed with the acquisition of all equipment as follows, for a total of $404, 431.50, which includes a 10% per item contingency; and, WHEREAS, funding for the equipment has been made available with the City Council’s approval of mid-year appropriations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that pursuant to Salinas Municipal Code section 12-27 and section 12-28.080 the Salinas City Council authorizes the City Manager to approve the purchase of equipment from All Star Fire Equipment, Jaeco Fire and Safety, Curtis Tools for Heroes, Motorola Solutions, and Witmer Public Safety Group for seventeen (17) fire recruits in an amount not to exceed $404,431.50, inclusive of a 10% contingency per item.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 20th day of February 2024, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
APPROVED:
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Kimbley Craig, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Patricia M. Barajas, City Clerk
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