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A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF JONESBORO TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT TO LEASE OFFICE SPACE FOR E-911 ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF AND AMEND THE FY2026 BUDGET
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WHEREAS, following the closure of the non-reinforced portion of the Justice Complex, E-911 administrative and training staff have been temporarily housed in open office space in multiple areas at City Hall; and
WHEREAS, 911 administrative staff seek a longer-term office arrangement that allows for more efficient communication, training needs and general usage space; and
WHEREAS, new staffing has been hired, and office spaces currently occupied by 911 administration are now needed by other department staff; and
WHEREAS, it has been determined that it is more cost effective to rent a temporary space rather than repair the damaged Justice Complex building until the new 911 center is completed.
WHEREAS, research has been performed and the space proposed has been identified as the best option in regard to pricing, layout and location.
WHEREAS, the unit is located at 624 S. Main and includes approximately 1,700 square feet that includes office space, a conference room for training, private restrooms and a breakroom area.
WHEREAS, the proposed lease initial term is 6 months with the ability for the city to renew under the same terms at a rate of $2,300 per month.
WHEREAS, in order to support the lease payments, moving cost, and miscellaneous expenses associated, a FY2026 budget amendment of $25,000 is requested.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JONESBORO, ARKANSAS, THAT:
Section 1: The City Council approves the lease contract, attached to this resolution, with Continental Limited Partnership.
Section 2: The City Council hereby approves a $25,000 amendment of the E911 FY2026 budget.
Section 3: The Mayor, Harold Copenhaver and City Clerk, April Leggett, are hereby authorized by the City Council for the City of Jonesboro to execute all documents necessary to effectuate the agre...
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