Reduces police dispatch system contract cost

Minneapolis file 2025-01270, before the Minneapolis City Council. Passed as of 2026-08-21.

Latest action: Published

What it does

Police dispatch software costs less than planned The city will spend $63,472.50 less on computer dispatch systems and mobile equipment from Hennepin Healthcare System this year.

The bigger picture

Frees up budget dollars for other city services The $63,000 savings can be redirected to other police or city priorities instead of going to dispatch software upgrades.

What to watch

Reduced spending may limit system updates or features Lower costs could mean slower upgrades to dispatch technology or fewer new tools for emergency responders.

Official summary

Authorizing an increase to the revenue contract C-44292 with Hennepin HealthCare Systems, Inc., in the amount of $482,766 for atotal amount not to exceed $1,249,686.15, and a three-year extension through December 31, 2028, for use of the City's Computer-Aided Dispatch system for 911 support and IT related support services.

Read the official record for 2025-01270

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