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An Ordinance Authorizing the Sale of Surplus Equipment Owned by the Village of Oak Park
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Introduction
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Village departments have vehicles and equipment that may be disposed of once they are no longer useful to the Village. This equipment will be reassigned, sold at auction, traded in, consigned, or disposed of as scrap. The Village of Oak Fire Department has implemented an upgraded internal process for the secure handling and storage of narcotics used in emergency medical response.
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Recommended Action
Adopt the Ordinance.
Prior Board Action
The Board has approved ordinances for disposing of vehicles, materials, and equipment as they become necessary.
Background
Mini MedVault devices were previously used to secure narcotics for Village of Oak Park firefighter/paramedics. They are no longer needed and occupy valuable space in the ambulance. Declaring these items as surplus and offering them for sale will reduce landfill waste while also helping other communities obtain security devices at a lower cost, ultimately making this equipment accessible to departments that may not be able to afford new devices.
These Mini MedVaults are no longer in use by the Village of Oak Park Fire Department. The devices will be removed from vehicles, as they create an unnecessary electrical draw, require ongoing internet connectivity to support their security features, and occupy valuable space that paramedics could use to store essential life-safety equipment. Declaring these items as surplus and selling them will allow other communities to utilize the devices rather than the Village discarding them.
Timing Considerations
There are no specific timing considerations associated with this item.
Financial Impact
The Village will be able to recoup a portion of the costs associated with equipment that is no longer needed. Approximately $1,000 is expected in revenue as a result of the sale of the four Mini MedVaults, roughly $250 per unit.
Operations Impact
To date, minimal staff time has been required for this process. Fleet staff will dedicate limited time to remove the Mini MedVaults, and the time spent removing these devices will be significantly less than the time that could be required to troubleshoot electrical issues in the future.
Transitioning to smaller security boxes and an improved tagging system will ultimately reduce the time staff spend verifying narcotics and allow for quicker access during time-sensitive calls.
DEI Impact
The change in narcotics storage will reduce the time required for paramedics to access critical medications during medical emergencies. Shorter access times will help improve outcomes for sick or injured patients.
Community Input
There has been no community input given in relation to this item
Staff Recommendation
Approve the Ordinance.
Advantages:
• This action will reduce complications and access time to medications.
• This action will reduce possible electrical issues for equipment that is no longer needed.
Disadvantages:
• There are no disadvantages to this action.
Alternatives
Alternative 1:
The Board can reject the Ordinance.
Advantages:
• There are no advantages associated with this action.
Disadvantages:
• Unnecessary equipment will be disposed of instead of sold, resulting in a loss of potential revenue.
Alternative 2:
The Board can request additional information.
Advantages:
• The Board will be provided with the additional information requested.
Disadvantages:
• There are no disadvantages associated with this action.
Anticipated Future Actions
There are no anticipated future actions in relation to this item.
Prepared By: JT Terry, Fire Chief
Reviewed By: Jack Malec, Assistant to the Village Manager
Approved By: Kevin J. Jackson, Village Manager
Attachment(s):
1. Ordinance
2. Exhibit A
3. Exhibit B