The Chief of Police for the Houston Police Department recommends that City Council approve an ORDINANCE to appropriate $894,000.00 from the Equipment Acquisition Consolidated Fund (1800) for the replacement of body armor vests and accessories.
Body Armor & Rifle Replacement WBS: G-EQ0001 $894,000.00
Body armor vests generally have an average lifespan of five years, with a manufacturer warranty for the same period. These funds will support the purchase of body armor vests, accessories and supplies for police officers. This equipment, combined with HPD’s mandatory wear policy, will have a direct safety impact to police officers who experience blunt force trauma from vehicle accidents, gunshots, or knife attacks.
HPD has coordinated with the Strategic Purchasing Division to bring forward an additional council item for the purchase of this equipment.
Fiscal Note:
No significant Fiscal Operating impact is anticipated as a result of this project.
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Troy Finner
Chief of Police