To: Board of Supervisors
From: Probation
Agenda Section: Consent
Vote Requirement: Majority
SUBJECT:
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Agreement with Graphic Control Systems Inc. in the amount of $139,158 for the purchase and installation of a new camera system in the Juvenile Hall
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
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That the Board of Supervisors:
1. Approve, and authorize the Chair of the Board to execute, the agreement (Attachment 1) with Graphic Control Systems Inc. for the purchase and installation of a new camera system in the Juvenile Hall.
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STRATEGIC PLAN:
This action supports the following areas of your Board's Strategic Plan.
Area of Focus: Core Services/Other
Strategic Plan Category: 9999 - Core Services/Other
DISCUSSION:
This project includes the complete removal and replacement of the current head-end video system in the Juvenile Hall and programming and installing all new head-end video control equipment. This includes camera switches, the addition of an aggregate switch and the installation of a new network video recorder (NVR). This 400TB hard drive has a capacity capable of storing no less than one year of video. Upgrade and replacement are necessary as the current equipment has failed to operate adequately and cannot be repaired.
Installation includes all necessary cabling, cable rerouting and all necessary parts, connectors and adapters needed to provide a complete and operational installation.
Three cameras will be added to the system. Two cameras will be added to the Living unit. One above the control room to provide more adequate visual coverage on the unit. The second camera will be added in the hallway outside control to provide visual coverage to a spot that does not currently have adequate coverage. The placement and installation of these cameras will increase internal safety and security in the facility. A third camera will be added to the loading dock. Plenum wire will be installed in the drop ceiling for the camera in front of con...
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