To: Board of Supervisors
From: Alison McKee, County Librarian
Report Title: Contract with Authority Patrol, Inc.
☒Recommendation of the County Administrator ☐ Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Librarian, or designee, to execute a contract with Authority Patrol in an amount not to exceed $350,000 to provide security services for the period February 1, 2024 through January 31, 2027.
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% Library Fund - No impact to the General Fund.
BACKGROUND:
The Contra Costa County Library is requesting approval for a contract with Authority Patrol, Inc., to provide onsite security services during open hours at the Brentwood and Bay Point Libraries.
The security services provided will promote the safety of library patrons and employees at library locations and safeguard equipment and property. The contractor will conduct visual checks of areas in and around Library locations and monitor and respond to staff requests.
These services will assist in creating a safe and welcoming environment for library patrons and a safe environment for library staff.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If not approved, County Library building sites, property and staff will not have security and safety mechanisms in place.