HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 16 - Flock Cameras MEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY MANAGER
MEETING DATE: JUNE 18, 2024
SUBJECT: PURCHASE RENEWAL FOR FLOCK CAMERA ACCESS FOR THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT
RECOMMENDATION: City Council to consider approval for the renewal of Flock camera access
from Flock Safety for the Police Department.
FUNDING SOURCE: Funds are available in the CCPD Fund for a total amount not to exceed
$18,336.
BACKGROUND: This purchase renewal is for the Flock Safety license plate reader (LPR)
service which produces actionable evidence needed to deter, solve, and
reduce crime within Grapevine. Currently the Grapevine Police
Department has eleven Flock camera license plate readers deployed
within the city limits. Footage from these cameras is stored for 30 days
and is available for law enforcement in the event it is needed to assist with
solving crimes. Flock LPR is a valuable tool that keeps this community
safer and allows crimes to be solved and prosecuted.
This procurement will be made as a sole source in accordance with Local
Government Code Chapter 252, Subchapter B, § 252.022. General
Exemptions (a)(7)(A). Flock Safety is the documented sole source for this
service.
Staff recommends approval.
RG/LW