Discussion and possible action to purchase four (4) border surveillance cameras from Tri-M Group in the amount of $180,000 for the Sheriff's Office pursuant to Section 262.24 discretionary exemption (a) (7)(A) item for which competition is precluded because of the existence of patents, copyrights, secret processes, propriety intellectual property, or monopolies. [Requested by Martin Cuellar, Sheriff; Account #2468-3010-001-470000] [Co-Sponsored by Jesse Gonzalez, Commissioner Pct. 1]
Issue: Border security is a complex national security matter which requires significant manpower and other resources.
Solution: Surveillance cameras have been recognized and utilized by federal, state, and local agencies as important force multipliers for border security.
Result: Utilizing Operation Stonegarden grant funds, the Webb County Sheriff’s Office will be better able to leverage its limited manpower.