LEGISLATIVE RESEARCH CENTER
File #: 20-3641    Version: 1
Type: Contract Status: Passed
File created: 9/30/2020 In control: Emergency Operations
On agenda: 10/19/2020 Final action: 10/19/2020
Title: Vote on a request to approve a lease agreement with Moncure Volunteer Fire Department Inc. in the amount of $40 ($1 a year for 40 years) for space for a County radio tower and authorize the Board Chair to execute the agreement.
Attachments: 1. Tower Land Lease Moncure Final v20200929
Related files: 20-3446, 20-3430, 18-2878, 19-3124, 21-4141

Title

Vote on a request to approve a lease agreement with Moncure Volunteer Fire Department Inc. in the amount of $40 ($1 a year for 40 years) for space for a County radio tower and authorize the Board Chair to execute the agreement.

 

Abstract

Action Requested:  Vote on a request to approve a lease agreement with Moncure Volunteer Fire Department Inc. in the amount of $40 and authorize the Board Chair to execute the agreement.

 

                     

Introduction & Background:  This is part of the approved CIP radio system upgrade project.  The County is collaborating with Moncure Volunteer Fire Department to place one of the new radio towers on their property at the fire station.

 

                     

Discussion & Analysis:  The County is signing a 40 year lease with Moncure Volunteer Fire Department to have the radio tower on their property.  This is the average lifespan of a radio tower.  The cost will be $1 per year, payable in full at execution of the lease. 

 

 

How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan:  Ensure public safety through adequate resources, plans, and partnerships to keep people and property safe.

                     

Budgetary Impact:  $40.00

                     

Recommendation:  Approve the Board Chair to execute the agreement.