anchor Description
This project provides for the renovation and purchase of the Public Safety Communications Center. The renovation will occur in FY18 and include improvements to the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system, backup power supply systems, and building security. Purchase of the building is funded in FY19.
anchorEstimated Schedule
Renovation of the existing facility will occur in FY18, with purchase budgeted in FY19.
anchorCost Change
A $6,550,000 G.O. Bond supplemental appropriation was approved in FY19 to fully fund the purchase of the building.
anchor Justification
Replacement of the uninterruptible power supply units, backup generators, and HVAC system will create a robust backup system necessary to appropriately support the County's 911 service. Purchase of the building the following year will result in long-term lease cost savings.
anchorFiscal Note
In FY19, a $6,550,000 G.O. Bond supplemental appropriation was approved to fully fund the purchase of the building.
anchorCoordination
Department of General Services, Montgomery Country Police Department, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services, Montgomery County Department of Transportation, Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security.