Title
Authorization to Enter Into an Intergovernmental Agreement with the City of Mesa to Provide Training for Detention Officer Trainees (Ordinance S-52898) - Citywide
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or the City Manager's designee, to allow the Police Department to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) with the City of Mesa to provide training for Detention Officer Trainees. There is no financial impact to the City.
Additionally, request City Council grant an exception pursuant to Phoenix City Code 42-20 to authorize inclusion of indemnification and assumption of liability provisions in the documents pertaining to this transaction that otherwise would be prohibited by Phoenix City Code 42-18.
Report
Summary
Detention Officers serve as non-sworn law enforcement personnel responsible for the booking, secure care, custody, and transportation of individuals. Operating within a holding facility, they ensure the safety of detainees and staff, and process individuals for release or transfer to county jail. They also respond across the City supporting crime suppression projects.
Proper training is critical for Detention Officers to ensure safety, minimize liability, and maintain security. The City of Mesa operates a Basic Detention Officer Training Academy and agrees to provide essential training in booking, inmate management, and security to City of Phoenix Detention Officer Trainees.
Contract Term
The IGA will terminate June 30, 2031, with an option to extend for one additional term not to exceed five years.
Financial Impact
There is no financial impact.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Lori Bays and the Police Department.