Title
Resolution Authorizing the Donation of Tasers and related equipment to the Gloucester County Sheriff's Office
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
The Hampton Police Division has approximately 274 older model Tasers, and related equipment, that it no longer uses due to the upgrade by the vendor to the newest model pursuant to the City's contract. The Gloucester County Sheriff's Office has requested that the City donate the unused Tasers for use by its deputies. Due to their nature, if not donated, the Tasers would ultimately be destroyed. This donation is authorized by Virginia Code §15.2-953 (C).
Impact:
No fiscal impact.
Recommendation:
Rec
Approve the Resolution.
Body
WHEREAS, the Hampton Police Division (“HPD”) has approximately 274 older model Tasers, and related equipment, that are no longer utilized due to Axon Enterprise, Inc. providing upgraded models to HPD as required by the City’s contract;
WHEREAS, the Gloucester County Sheriff’s Office has contacted HPD regarding the possibility of obtaining any old Tasers for use by its Sheriff’s Deputies;
WHEREAS, HPD has a strong interest in maintaining close partnerships with neighboring law enforcement agencies; and,
WHEREAS, HPD would otherwise likely destroy the older Tasers.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAMPTON, VIRGINIA as follows: That City Council hereby approves the donation of approximately 274 Tasers, and related equipment, to the Gloucester Sheriff’s Office and authorizes the City Manager to enter into any agreements necessary to effectuate that donation.