Report Prepared By: Marvin Dillsaver, Police Department
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SUBJECT: Acceptance and Appropriation of $22,074 from the Merced County Remote Access Network Board as Reimbursement Funding for the Purchase of Message Switch Server, 3-Year Subscription to RedHat Services and Installation of a CalPhoto Interface from Tyler Technology
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approval to accept and appropriate $22,074 in Remote Access Network (RAN) funding from the Merced County Remote Access Network for the purchase of a new virtual message switch server along with the services to configure and a three-year subscription to RedHat services. We will also be purchasing the technical services needed for a new CalPhoto interface through Tyler Technology.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Accepting $22,074 in revenue from the Merced County RAN Board, increasing revenue and appropriating the same in Fund 1000-General Fund (Police Division) for the purchase of computer equipment and services; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents; and,
C. Authorizing the use of pooled cash for the purchase until the reimbursement is received.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve, as recommended by Staff; or,
2. Deny; or,
3. Refer back to staff for recommendation of specific items
AUTHORITY
City of Merced Charter Section 200.
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
Public Safety as provided for in the 2024-25 Adopted Budget.
DISCUSSION
The State of California Department of Justice operates the California Identification System (CAL-ID), which is an automated system that retains fingerprint files and other related law enforcement information and databases. The Remote Access Network (RAN) is a uniform statewide network of equipment and procedures which allows local law enforcement agencies direct access to the CAL-ID system. To assist with the funding for this system, the State established a county level fee assessed as part of state vehicle registration fees.
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