HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 9758RESOLUTION NO. 9758
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF CLOUD STORAGE FOR THE POLICE
DEPARTMENT VIDEO EVIDENCE LIBRARY
WHEREAS, staff has reviewed and approved the quotes from WatchGuard
(Motorola) on June 5th 2023 concerning upgrading our video storage server from the
physical server to the cloud, and;
WHEREAS, the City of Mounds View and the Mounds View Police Department
determined this is the best value and fits the operational needs of the agency, and;
WHEREAS, the Mounds View Police Department maintains both body worn
camera and squad video footage, and;
WHEREAS, the Mounds View Police Department has planned and budgeted for
the replacement of the old server, and;
WHEREAS, the Mounds View Police Department Vista body worn cameras will
need to be replaced soon and the new cameras will be compatible with the Cloud; and;
WHEREAS, the Mounds View Police Department is in immediate need to
replace the on -site WatchGuard server to transfer to the cloud, and;
WHEREAS, the video footage serves law enforcement and the public by
accurately documenting police encounters, preserving evidence, and increasing public
trust and transparency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Mounds View, Ramsey County, Minnesota to authorize the purchase of cloud storage
for the police department video evidence library at an approximate cost of $91,450.00
for 5 years from Account 480-4160-3030 (special projects and professional services).
Adopted this 26th day of June 2023.
Gary free�hlhause, Acting Mayor
ATTEST:
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Nyle Z' mun , City Administrator
(seal)