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Meeting Date:	03/23/2020
County Cell Phone for Emergency Mgmt
Submitted for:	Elizabeth Ortiz	Submitted By:	Elizabeth Ortiz
Department:	County Judge

Subject:

Discussion and possible action authorizing the Purchasing Agent to add a new cell phone device and phone line including data service in accordance with the current approved AT&T FirstNet Plan for the Webb County Emergency Management Department pursuant to Sections 271.101 and 271.102, Texas Local Government Code, Cooperative Purchasing program DIR Agreement TSO-3420 at a monthly rate of $44.99 plus surcharges and other fees, and one time fee for the device in the amount of five hundred forty-nine and ninety-nine cents ($549.99); and subject to annual budgetary appropriation. [Accounts #1001-3120-001-441001 (Telephone) & #1001-3120-001-461000 (Materials & Supplies)]

Issue: A cellular phone with FirstNet access is needed for the communications officer who travels regularly and is on call after hours and on weekends to respond to emergency incidents.

Solution: A county issued cell phone will ensure that the Communications Officer is available at all times.

Result: The Communications Officer will be easily accessible on a 24/7 basis.

Background:

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Previous Court Action:

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Fiscal Impact

Budget Account Number:	1001-3120-001-441001
Funding Source:	Telephone- Emerg. Mg
Balance:	600.00
Financial Impact:
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