Item 4QM
M E M O R A N D U M
(June 8, 2015)
To:
Shana Yelverton, City Manager
From:
Greg Hendricks, Director of Information Technology
Subject:
Consent agenda item 4Q – Approve budgeted telecom and internet
expenses for One Source Communications in the amount of $68,890.
Action
Requested:
Approve in-budget expenses of $68,890 for One Source
Communications telecom and internet services.
Background
Information:
One Source Communications is the City’s primary telephone
and internet service provider. One Source provides
redundant telephone services to Town Hall connecting all
other locations to telecom services. Alternate service is
provisioned to DPS HQ for independent fax services and
support for the EOC. Redundant internet connections are
provided for improved availability and a separate internet for
Library for unsecured internal and Public WiFi traffic.
Financial
Considerations:
The projected year-end expenses for One Source services
are $68,890 and under the FY15 General Fund approved
budget of $69,600.
Strategic Link:
B6 – “Optimize use of technology” – enables highly
available, critical connectivity and communications services
to the City.
B4 – “Provide high quality customer service through
sustainable business practices” – enables IT support for
flexible, employee and citizen access to crucial services.
Citizen Input/
Board Review:
Not Applicable
Legal Review:
Not Applicable
Alternatives:
1) Approve as proposed.
2) Reject – cancel or reduce services and critically inhibit the
ability to support and perform City operations.
Supporting
Documents:
One Source Agreements are in Laserfiche.
Staff Recommendation:
Approve item as proposed
Honorable Mayor and City Council
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