Title
Donation from Phoenix Police Foundation (Ordinance S-47057)
Description
Request authorization for the City Manager, or his designee, to accept a donation of a utility terrain vehicle (UTV) from the Phoenix Police Foundation valued at approximately $20,000.
Report
Summary
This donation is for a four-passenger UTV that will be utilized by the Police Department's Downtown Operations Unit during special events. This UTV will support operations such as transporting officers to traffic positions or other locations to better protect persons and property, as well as delivering water, supplies and other equipment. It can also be used to quickly extract and/or transport civilians and/or officers in need of medical attention to Fire Department personnel during crowd management incidents. This UTV is capable of operating on a variety of terrains and is safer and more versatile in navigating through crowds for both officers and the public compared to traditional police vehicles.
The Phoenix Police Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. The Foundation is committed to addressing unmet capital needs of the Phoenix Police Department, providing financial assistance in crisis situations and recognizing those who protect our community.
Financial Impact
Costs to the City will include standard operation and maintenance expenses. Funds are available in the Police Department's budget.
Concurrence/Previous Council Action
This item was unanimously approved by the Public Safety and Justice Subcommittee at their Oct. 14, 2020, meeting.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Milton Dohoney, Jr. and the Police Department.