TO: | Public Safety Committee |
Brian D. Sweet, Chair, Legislator, District 2 John Thayer, Legislator, District 3 Robert Headwell, Jr., Legislator, District 4 Daniel P. Wilson, Legislator, District 5 Michael J. Pepe, Legislator, District 7 | |
FROM: | Cheryl Reese, Clerk of Legislature |
CC: | Legislators, County Attorney, County Treasurer, Sheriff, Media |
DATE: | 4/26/2024 |
RE: | Committee Meetings |
Chairman Brian D. Sweet has called a meeting of the Public Safety Committee for 6:02 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 in the Legislative Chambers, County Office Building, 64 Broadway, Fonda, New York 12068.
Members of the public may also listen to the meeting by calling 1-571-317-3122, Access Code 138-674-293. Minutes of the meeting will be transcribed and later posted on the Montgomery County website at www.co.montgomery.ny.us.
Items on the agenda, at this time, are as follows:
1. DISCUSSION
A. Privilege of Committee Chair, Committee Members & Legislators to discuss items of interest, etc., regarding departments governed by this Committee
2. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTS WITH SCHOOL DISTRICTS FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER POSITIONS (SHERIFF)
3. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH THE HAGAMAN FD FOR THE USE OF A SUB-STATION (SHERIFF)
4. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2020 OPERATING BUDGET - KITCHEN EQUIPMENT (SHERIFF)
5. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2020 OPERATING BUDGET - EQUIPMENT (SHERIFF)
6. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2020 OPERATING BUDGET - MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT (SHERIFF)
7. OTHER
Res. # | Sponsor/Second | Recommendation | |
176 | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTS WITH SCHOOL DISTRICTS FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER POSITIONS (SHERIFF) | Purtell/Thayer | Move to Full Legislature |
177 | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH THE HAGAMAN FD FOR THE USE OF A SUB-STATION (SHERIFF) | Sweet/Pepe | Move to Full Legislature |
178 | RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2020 OPERATING BUDGET - KITCHEN EQUIPMENT (SHERIFF) | Sweet/Pepe | Move to Full Legislature |
179 | RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2020 OPERATING BUDGET - EQUIPMENT (SHERIFF) | Headwell, Jr./Wilson | Move to Full Legislature |
180 | RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2020 OPERATING BUDGET - MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT (SHERIFF) | Sweet/Pepe | Move to Full Legislature |
181 | RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN CONTRACT WITH FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS 911 PHONE UPGRADE (SHERIFF) | Sweet/Wilson | Move to Full Legislature |
RESOLUTION NO. 176 of 2020 DATED: October 27, 2020 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTS WITH SCHOOL DISTRICTS FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER POSITIONS (SHERIFF)
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WHEREAS, the Fonda-Fultonville School District and Enlarged Amsterdam School District wish to enter into a contract with Montgomery County and the Montgomery County Sheriff for a School Resource Officer (SRO) during the 2020-2021 school year; and
WHEREAS, the Fonda Fultonville School District wishes to cover the cost of the SRO's salary and fringe benefits for a total of 181 instructional days during the school year of 2020-2021 totaling $52,142.48 or a per diem of $288.08 a day; and
WHEREAS, the Enlarged Amsterdam School District wishes to cover the cost of the SRO's salary and fringe benefits for a total of 167 instructional days during the school year of 2020-2021 totaling $59,532.16 or a per diem of $44.56 per hour.
RESOLVED, upon the review and approval of the contract by the County Attorney, the County Executive and Sheriff are authorized to sign a contract with the Fonda Fultonville School District for a total of 180 instructional days during the school year of 2020-2021 totaling $52,142.48 a per diem of $288.08 a day; and
FURTHER RESOLVED, upon the review and approval of the contract by the County Attorney, the County Executive and Sheriff are authorized to sign a contract with the Enlarged Amsterdam School District for a total of 167 instructional days during the school year of 2020-2021 totaling $59,532.16 or a per diem of $44.56 per hour.
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(8). Legislator Isabel was absent. (10/27/2020)
I. Nature of Request:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTS WITH SCHOOL DISTRICTS FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER POSITIONS (SHERIFF)
II. Justification:
These SRO positions are vital to the safety and security of our students, staff and visitors for the appropriate school district. These are not new positions and ones that have already been established. The school district is covering the cost associated with this service.
III. Legislative Impact:
Authorized pursuant to Article 2 of the Montgomery County Charter.
IV. Financial Impact:
There should be no financial impact for this resolution. The money is budgeted and is being reimbursed by the appropriate school district.
cc: | County Clerk County Treasurer |
RESOLUTION NO. 177 of 2020 DATED: October 27, 2020 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH THE HAGAMAN FD FOR THE USE OF A SUB-STATION (SHERIFF)
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WHEREAS, the Hagaman FD has offered the use of space, without cost, in the FD building for a Sheriff's Sub-station for years; and
WHEREAS, the Hagaman FD would now appreciate us entering into an agreement to lease the space to the Sheirff's Office for $100 a month to continue each month until such a time as the Sheriff vacates the space; and
WHEREAS, the Sheriff sees a need for the use of the Sub-Station for the efficiency of the Office.
RESOLVED, the Montgomery County Legislature hereby approves and authorizes the County Executive, upon the review and approval of the County Attorney, to sign an Agreement with the Hagaman FD to lease space at the Hagaman FD for a Sheriff's sub-station at an amount of $100 a month for a five year term, with the option for a five year renewal.
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(8). Legislator Isabel was absent. (10/27/2020)
I. Nature of Request:
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT WITH THE HAGAMAN FD FOR THE USE OF A SUB-STATION (SHERIFF)
II. Justification:
The cost of the use of the sub-station is off-set by the time and vehicle usage saved by not travling back and forth to Fultonville.
III. Legislative Impact:
No legislative impact.
IV. Financial Impact:
Sheriff will find the current year rental money in the 2020 Sheriff's Office Budget and has budgetd for 2021.
cc: | County Clerk County Treasurer |
RESOLUTION NO. 178 of 2020 DATED: October 27, 2020 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2020 OPERATING BUDGET - KITCHEN EQUIPMENT (SHERIFF)
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WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Office has already received more revenue in the Jail than was budgeted for 2020, and we anticipate to continue recieving revenue throughout the year which will far outweigh the expenditures listed in this resolution; and
WHEREAS, there are kitchen equipment items that need replacement; and
WHEREAS, the equipment will be used for the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office/Jail to benefit daily operations; and
RESOLVED, the County Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to amend the 2020 Operating Budget as follows:
INCREASED REVENUES: | ||
A-15-3-2264 | Jail Facility Other Government | $81,778.20 |
INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS: | ||
A-15-4-3110-00-.2260 | Other Equipment | $81,778.20 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(8). Legislator Isabel was absent. (10/27/2020)
I. Nature of Request:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2020 OPERATING BUDGET - EQUIPMENT (SHERIFF)
II. Justification:
Items in the kitchen need to be updated.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to section 2.04 (b) of the charter the Montgomery County Legislature has the power to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
The increased revenue covers the expenditures in its entirety. GSA contract approved pricing.
cc: | County Clerk County Treasurer |
RESOLUTION NO. 179 of 2020 DATED: October 27, 2020 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2020 OPERATING BUDGET - EQUIPMENT (SHERIFF)
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WHEREAS, the Sheriff has a need to purchase some holsters for staff; and
WHEREAS, gifts and donations have been made to the Sheriff’s Office to completely cover the cost of acquiring said equipment.
RESOLVED, that the County Treasurer hereby is authorized and directed to amend the 2020 Operating Budget as follows:
INCREASE REVENUES: | ||
A-15-3-2705 | Gifts and Donations | $1,100.00 |
INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS: | ||
A-15-3-3110-00-.4447 | Uniforms | $1,100.00 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(8). Legislator Isabel was absent. (10/27/2020)
I. Nature of Request:
RESOLUTION AMENDING 2020 OPERATING BUDGET (SHERIFF)
II. Justification:
The Sheriff's Office recieved donations to use however needed from the public. It has been determined that some of our holsters are in need of replacement. This is a perfect place to use this money. The holsters are a vital piece of equipment that hold the duty weapon, keeping our staff safe and securing the weapon as needed.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to section 2.04 (b) of the charter the Montgomery County Legislature has the power to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
There is no financial impact as all of this money has been obtained through gifts and donations from the public!
cc: | County Clerk County Treasurer |
RESOLUTION NO. 180 of 2020 DATED: October 27, 2020 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2020 OPERATING BUDGET - MOTOR VEHICLE EQUIPMENT (SHERIFF)
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WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Office has already received more revenue in the Jail than was budgeted for 2020, and we anticipate to continue recieving revenue throughout the year which will far outweigh the expenditures listed in this resolution; and
WHEREAS, current projections for inmate boarding at the jail through the end of the year total $950,000 with $635,000 received through early October; and
WHEREAS, these revenues far exceed the budgeted inmate boarding revenue for 2020; and
WHEREAS, the Sheriff proposes using some of these revenues to stay ahead of vehicle purchases without the need to charge for these vehicles in future budgets; and
WHEREAS, there are vehicles that are necessary for employees to do their jobs properly, and
WHEREAS, the vehicles will be used for the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office to benefit daily operations, officer safety and service to the community; and
WHEREAS, the Sheriff's Office is a partner with the community and surrounding law enforcement agencies, and being properly equipped is essential for all of us.
RESOLVED, the County Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to amend the 2020 Operating Budget as follows:
INCREASED REVENUES: | ||
A-15-3-2264 | Jail Facility Other Government | $75,000.00 |
INCREASE APPROPRIATIONS: | ||
A-15-4-3110-00-2230 | Motor Vehicle Equipment | $75,000.00 |
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(8). Legislator Isabel was absent. (10/27/2020)
I. Nature of Request:
RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2020 OPERATING BUDGET - EQUIPMENT (SHERIFF)
II. Justification:
It is our goal to stay ahead of vehicle purchases without causing huge issues in the budget. To upfit a police vehicle it costs $10-$12,000 per vehicle. We are attempting to purchase two vehicles with this resolution. These purchases will add a vehicle to Patrol and Investigations.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to section 2.04 (b) of the charter the Montgomery County Legislature has the power to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
There should be no financial impact as this revenue has already been generated. This will allow the purchase of these vehicles without affecting budgets as we move forward.
cc: | County Clerk County Treasurer |
RESOLUTION NO. 181 of 2020 DATED: October 27, 2020 RECOMMENDATION: |
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN CONTRACT WITH FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS 911 PHONE UPGRADE (SHERIFF)
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WHEREAS, the current E-911 phone system is outdated and needs to be upgraded as the software/hardware will soon not be supported; and
WHEREAS, the Sheriff along with Fulton County share the same system and both counties are in the process of this necessary upgrade; and
WHEREAS, the 2019 State Interoperable Communications Grant (SICG) has been obtained and awarded with zero match funds in Resolution 54 of 2020 paying for this entire upgrade in the amount of $242,277.99; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Executive is hereby authorized after review and approval by the County Attorney to sign the agreement with Frontier Communications for the E-911 phone upgrade.
RESOLUTION VOTE, passed with Aye(8). Legislator Isabel was absent. (10/27/2020)
I. Nature of Request:
AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO SIGN CONTRACT WITH FRONTIER COMMUNICATIONS 911 PHONE UPGRADE
II. Justification:
The current 911 phone system needs to be upgraded due to it being outdated and the software/hardware will not be supported in the future, combined with changes in the technology.
III. Legislative Impact:
Pursuant to Article 2 of the Charter the Montgomery County Legislature has the power to make appropriations.
IV. Financial Impact:
No financial impact, completely covered by grant money
cc: | County Clerk County Treasurer |