Title
Police Asset Forfeiture Appropriation
Action
Action:
Adopt a budget ordinance appropriating $278,247.81 in asset forfeiture funds for 150 TASER X2s for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
William Orlov, Police
Brian Cunningham, Police
Explanation
§ The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) will use the TASER X2 devices in situations where a subject presents an imminent physical threat to an officer, themselves, or another person.
§ CMPD is requesting 150 TASER devices for officer distribution.
§ The cost of the TASERs is approximately $172,224. The ancillary equipment and warranty coverage for the devices are estimated to cost $106,023.81 and includes:
- Battery Packs: $10,953
- Cartridges: $10,680
- Right-handed holsters: $10,251.90
- Left-handed holsters: $1,139.10
- 4-year warranty: $54,190.50
- Estimated tax: $18,809.31
§ The total estimated cost of the TASER X2 with ancillary equipment, warranty, and tax is $278,247.81.
§ The TASERs and ancillary equipment are re-issued upon an officer separating from the City.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Police Asset Forfeiture Funds
Attachments
Attachment
Budget Ordinance