Chief Krauter provided a summary of the report and of the tender process. He discussed the comparative analysis undertaken within the options that were submitted for consideration by the vendors.
Mr. McNamara questioned whether this acquisition was included in the 2018 Budget? Chief Krauter advised that the defibrillator replacement was part of the 2018 budget, but to be financed internally over multiple years.
Mr. McNamara requested that reports to Council, from all departments, include financial implications so that the information is readily available for consideration by Council prior to the meeting. Mr. Maisonville noted that future reports would provide budgetary qualitative and quantitative information for Council to consider.
Mr. Fazio questioned whether this defibrillator acquisition covers the needs for EMS as it pertains to the new and additional fleet units. Chief Krauter indicated that there were sufficient units for both current and immediate future vehicles being added to the fleet.