To: Board of Supervisors
From: David O. Livingston, Sheriff-Coroner
Report Title: Comcast IP Phone, LLC
?Recommendation of the County Administrator ? Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Sheriff-Coroner, or designee, to execute a license agreement with Comcast IP Phone, LLC, including modified indemnification and limitation of liability language, to provide subscriber data for the Sheriff's Office of Emergency Services Community Warning System, in an amount not to exceed $10,000 annually, starting March 1, 2024, until the termination of the agreement by either party.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Approval of this request will result in up to $10,000 in contractual service expenditures annually and will be funded by the General Fund.
BACKGROUND:
This license agreement with Comcast IP Phone, LLC, is for access to subscriber data for the Community Warning System for emergency alert notification. Utilizing multiple data sources for contact information in emergency alert systems is essential for ensuring comprehensive coverage and effectiveness.
By incorporating diverse channels, in addition to our Reverse 911 source, such as a Public Utility specialized registry, emergency alerts can reach a broader and more diverse audience, including individuals with varying communication preferences and accessibility needs. This approach provides redundancy, improves the accuracy of contact information, enhances resilience in adverse conditions, and increases the likelihood of reaching individuals even when traditional communication channels are disrupted or overloaded. Overall, leveraging multiple data sources strengthens the reliability, reach, and responsiveness of emergency alerting efforts, contributing to enhanced public safety and preparedness during emergencies.
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
If the Board does not approve, the Office of the Sheriff Emergency Services Division will not be able to utilize another source of contact inform...
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