Title
Donation of Communications Gear
Action
Action:
Adopt a resolution authorizing the donation of communications gear to the Gastonia Police Department.
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Staff Resource(s):
Johnny Jennings, Police
Steven Brochu, Police
Explanation
§ North Carolina General Statute 160A-280 authorizes the donation of personal property from a city to a non-profit organization or another government unit upon adoption of a resolution by City Council.
§ The Gastonia Police Department routinely provides operational support to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) when requested for CMPD operations.
§ This communications gear will enable the Gastonia Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics Team to communicate with Gastonia Police Department’s team leaders and CMPD command during joint tactical operations.
§ The gear was purchased by a U.S. Department of Justice 2020 Republican Presidential Candidate Nominating Convention Grant.
§ The city does not need the communications gear for current operations and capacity.
§ The total estimated value of the communications gear to be donated is $14,560.
§ The Gastonia Police Department will be responsible for all maintenance and replacement costs of the donated headsets.
§ The communications gear is being donated under the guidelines established by the U.S. Department of Justice for purchases made with grant funds.
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