Police Radio System Funding
Summary
The Motorola radio contract jumped from $500,000 to $1.5 million over three years — the gear officers use to communicate depends on it.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Adds up to $1 million in contract spending over three years.
Police officers and residents who rely on reliable emergency communications.
Property owners who bear the annual assessment charges.
Mentions & discussions (6)
Special City Commission Meeting - FY 2027 First Public Budget Hearing - Sep 14, 2026
Two public hearings were scheduled to re-impose the annual fire rescue and fire inspection assessments on Hollywood properties for FY 2027. These fees fund fire services and appear on property owners' annual bills.
Workshop - FY 2027 Operating Budget Workshop - Jun 11, 2026
The budget proposes six new firefighters (roughly $1 million) to reduce heavy overtime at Station 45's rescue, since the department currently operates below minimum staffing daily.
City Commission (Regular) - Feb 4, 2026
The Motorola radio contract jumped from $500,000 to $1.5 million over three years — the gear officers use to communicate depends on it.
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