Title
Interlocal Agreement Authorizing the City Manager and the City of Mansfield to Provide Emergency Police-Fire-Medical Dispatch Services and Jail Services to the City of Kennedale
Requested Action
Approval of the Interlocal Agreement
Recommendation
Approval of the Interlocal Agreement
Description/History
The City of Mansfield and the City of Kennedale currently operate independent emergency dispatch centers and city jails. Both entities are desirous of entering into an Interlocal Agreement to combine public safety dispatching and jail services to provide the residents and businesses with a more effective and efficient delivery of these key public safety services.
Justification
The City of Mansfield and the City of Kennedale believe this Agreement is in the best interest of both cities.
Funding Source
General Fund
Budgetary breakdown is outlined attached document titled "Exhibit A".
Prepared By
Gary L. Fowler, Chief of Police, Mansfield Police Department (817)-276-4723
Tracy Aaron, Chief Marshal, Mansfield Law Enforcement Center (817)-804-5782