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RESOLUTION NO. 13738
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE DONATION OF EQUIPMENT
TO THE CITY OF PUEBLO AND THE PUEBLO POLICE
DEPARTMENT RELATING TO THE GIFT OF 101 ACTIVE
SHOOTER VESTS BY RANDY WILLS AND WARRIOR KIT
INCORPORATED, AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NUMBER
13647
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PUEBLO, that:
SECTION 1.
The donation of 101 active shooter vests from Randy Wills and Warrior Kit Inc., to the City
of Pueblo Police Department, valued at $66,000, is hereby accepted and approved.
SECTION 2.
The officers of the City are directed and authorized to perform any and all acts consistent
with the intent of this Resolution to effectuate the policies and procedures described therein.
SECTION 3.
This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon final passage.
INTRODUCED: July 24, 2017
BY: Larry Atencio
City Clerkâs Office Item # Q-3
Background Paper for Proposed
Resolution
COUNCIL MEETING DATE:
July 24, 2017
TO: President Stephen G. Nawrocki and Members of City Council
CC: Sam Azad, City Manager
VIA: Gina Dutcher, City Clerk
FROM: Troy Davenport, Interim Chief of Police
Lisa Macchietto, Assistant City Attorney
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE DONATION OF EQUIPMENT TO THE CITY
OF PUEBLO AND THE PUEBLO POLICE DEPARTMENT RELATING TO THE
GIFT OF 101 ACTIVE SHOOTER VESTS BY RANDY WILLS AND WARRIOR KIT
INCORPORATED, AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NUMBER 13647
SUMMARY:
This Resolution approves the donation of active shooter vests to the Pueblo Police Department
from Randy Wills and Warrior Kit Incorporated.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION:
On March 27, 2017, Council passed Resolution No. 13647 approving the donation of 202 Active
Shooter Kits. Since that time, the number of Active Shooter Kits has been reduced to 101 kits.
This is due to uncertainties with the status of the Barber Family Foundation and their potential
contribution. Randy Wills and Warrior Kit did commit to 101 vests regardless of the involvement
of the Barber Foundation.
BACKGROUND:
City Council is aware the Pueblo Police Department has seen a dramatic rise in the amount and
frequency of armed encounters. These situations have placed our officers in very dangerous
situations. We strive to provide our officers with the very best equipment but ultimately some of
the weapons carried by the people we encounter have the capability of defeating that protection.
The Pueblo Police Department was looking to acquire active shooter kits for the sworn officers in
our department. Unfortunately, the cost of these vests is unattainable in the current budget
climate. These kits can make a life and death difference when our officers deal with active shooter
situations or individuals armed with high powered rifles.
That type of call has steadily increased over the last few years. Law Enforcement is an inherently
dangerous calling. The number of officers killed and feloniously assaulted has risen nationwide.
The increase of illicit narcotics, cartel activity, and gang recruitment have all played a part in this
disturbing trend. The amount of illegal and dangerous weapons on the street has also
proportionally increased.
BACKGROUND (Continued):
This has created a perfect storm of sorts. Officers are encountering more well-armed suspects
than ever before. These active shooter kits would be used to provide them with much needed
protection. They have ceramic plate protection from rifle rounds. Officers can attach extra rifle
and pistol magazines to the front of the vest. A trauma kit can be mounted on the back of the
vest so each individual officer would have some basic medical supplies.
The Pueblo Police Department was recently contacted by Randy Wills and Warrior Kit Inc.
regarding their desire to provide law enforcement with the best equipment available. Randy and
Warrior Kit have agreed to purchase 101 active shooter kits for the Pueblo Police Department.
The estimated cost of this donation is $66,000.00. There is no associated obligation to the Pueblo
Police Department if the donation is accepted. Randy Wills and Warrior Kit do not require any
type of paperwork to be signed or any agreement to be adhered to.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
None.
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
Not applicable.
STAKEHOLDER PROCESS:
Not applicable.
ALTERNATIVES:
City Council may choose to refuse the donation of equipment.
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the Resolution.
Attachments:
None