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, . - . , share of the cost of radios for Lake Johaillla Fire Department, which is estimated at $19,508. Thereafter replacement radios will be budgeted within annual operating budgets. The County is requiring that cities that receive dispatch services enter into the attached Joint Powers Agreement (JP A). The JP A incorporates the general terms and conditions of the dispatch center operations. Some of the key provisions include: Term - The JPA is in effect until December 31, 2016 and shall be automatically renewed for additional I-year periods after the initial time frame. Committees - The JP A includes the formation of both a policy committee and a Dispatch Users Group. Each of these committees will have representatives from both St. Paul and suburban communities. As discussed during the Council retreat, Council member Pellegrin has indicated his interest and willingness to service on this committee. If Coucnil approves the proposed JP A, I will inform the County Manager of his interest. Costs - Operating costs will be funded 60% on a countywide tax levy and 40% based on calls for service consistent with the compromise that was agreed to earlier by the County and cities. The Countywide Public Safety Radio Communication Subsystem Subscriber Agreement is more technical in nature and deals with the use of the region-wide 800 MHz system; purchase, maintenance and repair of radios; and administrative and operation support of the subscriber radios. RECOMMENDATION Based on the foregoing information, the following is recommended: 1. Approve the Joint Powers Agreement with Ramsey County for dispatch services 2. Approve the Countywide Public Safety Radio Subsystem Subscriber Agreement. Attachments \\Mctro-inetus\ardenhills\Admin\City Administrator\Memo\2006\03-13-06 Memo RE 800 MHz & Di.~patch.doc