CLARK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM
Petitioner:
John Steinbeck, Fire Chief
Recommendation:
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Approve and authorize the Chair to sign an agreement with The Boring Company to provide Clark County Fire Department with equipment and staffing in support of the Vegas Loop Project; or take other action as appropriate. (For possible action.)
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FISCAL IMPACT:
Fund #:
1010.000 / 4300.000
Fund Name:
General Fund / Fire Service Capital
Fund Center:
1200311000
Funded PGM/Grant:
FD BORINGOCOMPANY
Amount:
$340,580.95 (One-Time Payment for Equipment) $44,600.00 (Annual Payment for Recurring Equipment) $218,000 (Estimated Annual Payment for Staffing)
Description:
Public Safety Contribution for Vegas Loop Project
Additional Comments:
N/A
BACKGROUND:
On October 19, 2021, the Board of County Commissioners approved a franchise agreement with The Boring Company to construct multiple tunnels as part of its underground transportation system, which is the Vegas Loop. Pursuant to Section 9.1 of the franchise agreement, the Boring Company has agreed to provide Clark County Fire Department with the following:• Cost for a temporary employee for up to the first eighteen (18) months; then,• Annual salary and benefit costs for a full-time permanent employee until the completion of the project.• One-time payment of $340,580.95 to cover the cost of equipment; and• Annual payment of $44,600 to cover the cost of recurring equipment.Personnel and equipment purchased will be used primarily for the protection of public safety in connection with the Vegas Loop Project.The District Attorney’s Office has reviewed and approved the agreement as to form.