I. RECOMMENDATION:
There is no staff recommendation. This information was requested as a future agenda item by Councilwoman Stolz.
II. BACKGROUND:
Councilwoman Stolz has requested having Automated External Defibrillator (AED) accessible to persons who experience sudden cardiac arrest. Providing AEDs in City Departments for use are covered by the Good Samaritan Laws.
III. DISCUSSION:
Councilwoman Stolz has requested an AED at Coalinga Police Department, City Hall, the Public Works Yard, the Water Plant and the Wastewater Plant. There is already an AED at City Hall and at the Water Plant.
Physio Control provided costs for each AED between $1,200-$2,500 depending on the type. There is also an ongoing maintenance cost.
AED TOTAL SOLUTION provided cost of $895 for a complete package of a Hearsine 350P with Stop-the-Bleed Kit for League of Cities Conference attendees.
IV. ALTERNATIVES:
Do not approve.
V. FISCAL IMPACT:
Fiscal Impact of a one-time cost up to $7,500 of which $2,500 would come from the City's General Fund and an ongoing annual cost of approximately $1,200 of which approximately $300 would come from the City's General Fund. This fiscal impact is not budgeted. Prior to expensing any City funds, staff will explore any grant funding opportunities. | | |