DATE: September 24, 2019
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: CIO/Director of Information Technology
SUBJECT
Title
Authorization to Negotiate and Execute an Agreement with Knightscope for Security Robot Subscription Service
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RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
That Council adopts the attached resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with Knightscope for Security Robot Subscription Service.
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SUMMARY
During FY 2019, the City engaged Knightscope in a pilot program to provide the K5 security robot to patrol the Watkins parking garage across from City Hall. The one-year pilot program has now concluded. An update on the pilot program was presented to the Council Infrastructure Committee on September 16, 2019, and a motion was approved to move this item to the Council consent calendar. Given the positive impact in crime deterrence the robot had during the pilot year, staff recommends extending the contract for an additional year of service.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment I Staff Report
Attachment II Resolution