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TO: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
FROM: Sgt. Alfredo Dean #415
DATE: March 3, 2016
SUBJECT:
Request a resolution authorizing the purchase of the Wireless Surveillance System - All in One Camera (WSSAOC) from Tactical Video, Inc. of Naperville, IL in the amount of $25,739.
PURPOSE:
To obtain the City Council's approval for the purchase of the WSSAOC audio and video surveillance system for the Aurora Police Department Special Operations Group.
BACKGROUND:
The current equipment that is utilized for daily operations by the Special Operations Group of the Aurora Police Department is outdated and in need of replacement. The equipment currently does not provide a clear visible image on the monitor. The current system is based on microwave technology which is outdated by industry standards. There are no audio capabilities with the current system.
DISCUSSION:
The below capabilities and inclusions make this a unique and desired market place offering that is not available from any other sources. Tactical Video provides unique covert enclosures and the WSSAOC is completely turnkey based on Tactical Video's unique capabilities. The WSSAOC is a portable system that can be rapidly moved from location to location and provides the flexibility and versatility to make operational changes as they arise in the field. In addition, as a local vendor Tactical Video Inc. is in a position to provide direct and timely remote and on-scene support as may be necessary during an active operation.
The WSSAOC will give the Aurora Police Department Special Operations Group an advantage on capturing video and audio of all our undercover operations and surveillance details. The high quality recording of our investigations will ensure having a digital record to support the accountability and integrity of the SOG video evidence.
The WSSAOC system is very modular and can be utilized for a variety of operations, as opposed to our current outdated Super 8 video equipment. O...
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