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Taking the Pulse of the Planet 1 /8/2015 12410 Milestone Center Drive, Suite 300 Germantown, Maryland 20876 301.250.4000 ® 800.544.4429 www,earthnetworks.com Sole Source Justification for Earth Networks — WeatherBug Products and Services Earth Networks - WeatherBug operates a proprietary weather observing network of 9,000+ weather stations. This network is completely unique. Weather tracking stations, lightning detection sensors, cameras and Outdoor Alerting Horns stream live data and imagery through our proprietary network architecture to over 20,000,000 active users every 2-seconds. It is the only real-time and highly dense combined network of weather stations, lightning detection sensors and outdoor notification systems. There is no other comparable network or source of data in the United States. Enterprise access to this data is provided through a suite of proprietary applications and data feeds that are available only from Earth Networks - WeatherBug. The company has sole rights to the network, including the technology and software that provides system compatibility and LAN, WAN, and Internet networking capability. Earth Networks — WeatherBug is a sole source vendor, manufacturer, and shipper that designs, develops, produces and sells unique weather system hardware and software that interfaces with Earth Networks — WeatherBug's proprietary networks, applications, and web -services. Throughout the United States, government agencies and municipalities have repeatedly elected to work with Earth Networks - WeatherBug on a sole source basis based upon the above proprietary capabilities. Earth Networks - WeatherBug welcomes your interest in acquiring the severe weather alerting solutions for your organization. If you have any other questions, please contact me to discuss in person. Sincerely, Frank McCathran Director, Earth Networks — WeatherBug 800.544.4429, ext. 4122 fmccathrancdearthnetworks.com Number Description Type Approval S Order Date Supplier Supplier Si Currency IAmount Matched Amou Buyer Closure Status 1503988'Sole source; mainte Standard Purc Approved 4/30/2015 10:52 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 15,000.00 15,000.00 Bethel, Pear Closed 1403790 ,Standard Purc Approved 4/21/2014 10:08 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 6,000.00 6,000.00 Berges, Ram Closed 1306380 Standard Purc Approved 6/25/2013 8:45 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 14,500.00 14,500.00 Berges, Ram, Closed 1305823 Standard Purc Approved 5/30/2013 8:25 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 5,500.00, 5,500.00 Berges, Ram: Closed 1205817,Sole source replace Standard Purc Approved 8/16/2012 12:24 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 4,500.00 4,500.00 Fifer, Adolpr'Closed 1204840, Standard Purc Approved 6/20/2012 8:46 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 6,000.00 6,000.00 Berges, Ram', Closed 1201789!Sole Source Standard Purc Approved 12/9/2011 16:12 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 0 0 Fifer, Adolph Closed 12010321SoleSource Standard Purc [Approved 11/9/2011 10:00 Earth Netv:GERMANT USD 6,000.00; 6,000.00 Berges, Ram, Closed 1004084 Standard Purc Approved 6/14/2010 10:36 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 6,399.00, 6,399.00 Berges, Ram Closed 1003510 Sole Source Standard Purcl Approved 4/29/201013:01 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 5,790.00, 5,790.00 Berges, Ram Closed 906275! Standard Purcl Approved 4/23/2009 8:47 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 6,399.00 6,399.00 Berges, Ram Closed 905692', Standard Purc Approved 1 4/3/2009 9:19 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 3,000.00, 3,000.00': Fifer, Adolpl- Closed 904931 PO Amount has beE!Standard Purcl Approved 1 3/10/2009 16:151 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 39,400.001 39,400.00 Suarez, Mari Closed 88099, Standard Purcl Approved 7/14/2008 15:00 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 3,240.00', 3,240.00' Fifer, Adolph Closed 855441, Maintenance for ec'Standard Pu rcll Approved 5/2/2008 14:491 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 6,000.001 6,000.00', Rodriguez, Li Closed 838431 Standard Purcl Approved 3/11/2008 12:111 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 179,200.00'I 139,800.00 Suarez, Mari! Finally Closed 73563, Standard Purcl Approved 2/5/2007 10:10 Earth Netv GERMANT USD 185,200.001 6,000.00 Suarez, Mari. Finally Closed 273,528.00' MARKET RESEARCH Contract No.: N/A Current Term: Expiration Date: Title: WeatherBug Camera Systems Recommendation: // Sole Source Contract Procurement Contracting Officer/Specialist: Richard McLaren ❑ Solicit Competition ❑ Access Contract ❑ Other Background: This market research is being conducted for the purchase of five (5) High Definition Pan -Tilt -Zoom Camera Systems in order to replace an existing non-functioning system, for the City of Miami's Fire -Rescue Department (Fire). These camera systems are an integral part of Fire's WeatherBug weather and lightening detection system. The existing cameras are obsolete and no longer functional therefore cannot be repaired. These camera systems have the following features: a) Critical real-time lightening detection; b) Video and data to WeatherBug's Stream RT software which provides valuable information that Fire can use to be proactive when lightning strikes and/or other weather created accidents and disasters occur. c) WeatherBug operates the largest network of satellites and weather stations (10,000+) globally, providing data 24/7. This data is used by the National Weather Service, World Meteorological Organization, TV Networks, most first responders and governmental entities. Research Conducted: Market research was conducted by the Department of Procurement's staff to source the industry, identify potential bidders, and analyze the cost of acquiring an approved system to meet the needs of Fire. Internet searches were conducted as an alternate source. See article about Tenafly, NJ. Other municipalities include Collier County, FL, State of Maryland, Monmouth County, NJ and the State of Texas. The market research resulted in various severe weather and lightening detection systems manufacturers/providers; however, WeatherBug is the only provider that operates their own network of interconnected weather stations collecting data 24/7 and providing information to facilitate weather forecasting, lightening detection, severe weather alerts and other benefits that Fire requires. Following are the findings of the research: 1) Entropy Technology: www.entropydesigns.com, A relatively small Tampa based company using drones and handheld devices to aid in severe weather areas prone to tornadoes and hurricanes. 2) Avidyne Corporation: www,avid ne,com. Operates a specialized system for lightening detection for the aviation industry: private planes, passenger planes, cargo and military planes. 3) Rockwell Collins.Com: www.rockwellcollins.com. Similar to Avidyne, they provide specialized data for aviation. 4) Earth Networks d/b/a WeatherBug: weather.weatherbug.com. The largest system that provides data on weather, lightening and tornado detection. WeatherBug feeds data to the National Weather Service, World Meteorological Organization, most major TV networks and many other governmental entities and commercial organizations. They operate their own satellites and have over 10,000 reporting weather stations throughout the world. Comparable Contracts: WeatherBug is on GSA Schedule 70, however the particular camera systems are not. Fire purchased the original camera systems, weather stations, and software licenses back in 2007, via Resolution 07-0027, Sole Source 06-07-003. Recommendation: WeatherBug is the premiere provider of weather data and the City has already invested over $200,000 in the Fire system including hardware, software and maintenance. These camera systems are the only ones compatible with the current Stream RT software utilized by Fire. The total cost for five (5) cameras is $46,250. Procurement Contracting Officer: Director/Designee: 2 Date:10/7/2015 Date:)01 1// Global Weather Products and Services - Earth Networks Page 1 of 1 111e'tvvn �Cs� Taking the Pulse of the Planet About Us News 8, Events Industry Solutions Products Partners Contact Us Customer Login I ltl°odudlrl Global Weather Solutions Earth Networks offers professional products and services that provide reolwtirne weather Information, visualization and alerting. Earth Networks operates the largest proprietary network of professional weather stations and lightning detection sensors 1n the world. 174 Days, 13 hours, 16 minutes, and 32 seconds left in Hurricane Season 2016. Learn More. WEATHER IN THE NEWS rt Enlarge 06.01.11 - Fast developing storms In Southeast New Hampshire produced significant lightning within a 10 minute period, as well as 1-2" hail. Earth Networks issued... More Live Weather Information, Visualization and Alerting Earth Networks products leverage a vast, proprietary network of weather stations and lightning sensors to deliver weather solutions with live, local information. Thousands of commercial, education and government organizations, including the U.S. National Weather Service, rely on Earth Networks information to make more informed critical decisions. With a comprehensive suite of offerings, Earth Networks delivers the most accurate and relied upon information across all industries including government, energy, agriculture, education, transportation and others to safeguard lives, protect communities and maintain business operations. The Earth Networks weather network Is the largest global weather observing network with professional -grade surface and lightning detection stations. Earth Networks provides complete end -to -end hardware, products and services for scaled needs from standalone to mesonet solutions. CORPORATE About Us I Our Networks I Media Cu nter I Paatrrtsrs 1 Careers ENTERPRISE Industry Solutions !Professional Products 1 WoatlterOug Schools I Media/Broadcasters CONSUMER WeatherBug.cam 'Desktop Application I Mobile Products I API 1 Advertising © Earth Networks, 2015. WeatherRug is a brand of Earth Networks. All Rights Reserved Privacy Policy I Site Map WHAT'S NEW Press Releases Monday, May 18, 2015 - WeatherBug Home to Speak at Annual CONNECTIONS Connected Home Conference More Press Releases... Media Coverage May 06, 2015 - How the Washington Nationals make high-pressure weather decisions More Media Coverage... Upcoming Events More Events,.. Contact Us I Support http://weather.weatherbug.com/weatherbug-professional/ 6/9/2015 WeatherBug — Earth Networks Page 1 of 2 Networks. Taking the Pulse of ilia Planet' Search Earth Networks 8F, Customer login iltlpitj higi WeatherBug by Earth Networks'" Our Networks Products Industry Solutions WeatherBug® Partners Media Center About Us WeatherBug® Why WeatherBug Features Spark Fan Mall Partner Apps Millions rely on WeatherBug for the best forecasts, the fastest alerts and more. Welcome to WeatherBug. We operate the world's largest weather and climate sensor network, That means observations and forecasts for 2.6 million cities, real-time data and the most advanced warnings to severe weather) Located at thousands of WeatherBug Schools, sports stadiums, parks, TV stations, town halls, firehouses and other places across the U.S. and beyond, our network -- plus National Weather Service and the World Meteorological Organization sensors -- puts the power of the largest commercial -grade weather and climate network at your fingertips, Know before, Turn to us for real-time Jightning alerts and the fastest severe weather notifications. Our apps have won the trust of consumers, bloggers and experts everywhere. We've been recognized as the Best WeatherApp Ever, and won the Tabby Award for Best Mobile WeatherApp, a W3Award, an APPY-- and more, WeatherBug The First Choice in Weather Earth Networks`° Has Own Network The Fastest Alerts Most Accurate Forecasts Real-time Weather Data Wec.ttherBug YES The World's Largest YES , 50% Feaster YES r 25% More Accuraate YES - Of Course The National YVeatherSe ce and NASA get wean Competition NO NO NO NO - only hourly updates data frorn us.,.so shouldn't you? CORPORATE ®breaths f tEu[kttma& I MINTIRK I EN►ERPRISE 5010106 1 Q!:ttA, . lyitermigatwAl H!1tttf5e I e �r!gtkt CONSUMER weathet:R,ron l IlstirmAyMicaters I Mtabilt.Ecntium I MI I EirkeztiMils Available on the Apt' tore Go o Ec DIay Follow Us on Twitter Like Us on Facebook YOU Visit us on YouTube Tube Stay Connected Sign up for email updates. http://earthnetworks.com/WeatherBugO.aspx 6/9/2015 WeatherBug — Earth Networks Page 2 of 2 Earth Networks, 2014. WeatherBug and WeatherBug Home are brands of Earth Networks, All Rights Reserved, Privacy Policy I Site Map http://earthnetworks.com/WeatherBugaaspx 6/9/2015 Partners — Earth Networks Page 1 of 4 �r''+t Earikh Networks - Taking tho Pulse of the Planer Search Earth Networks Customer login in IA di WeatherBug® by Earth Networks'" Our Networks Products Industry Solutions Weather$ug® Partners Media Center About Us Partners We collaborate with public and private entities around the world to advance severe weather detection and alerting, atmospheric research, and public education. WeatherBug is honored to team up with Little League® on the Little League WeatherBug app, the preferred weather app of Little League®, Public -Private Partnerships Our customers and research partners include major government agencies and recognized professional organizations. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY LOAGU AalANCE FUR EARTH OBSERVATIONS Academic & Research Institutions We collaborate with leading universities and academic institutions on cutting -edge research — from studying lightning for earlier warnings to severe weather, to optimizing energy efficiency for homeowners based on the weather,to measuring atmospheric carbon levels. http://www.earthnetworks.com/Partners.aspx 6/9/2015 Partners Earth Networks Page 2 of 4 THE UNIV1iRs ry of UTAH HARVARD U N IVE UNIVERSITY 111111 Lawrence Livermore I National Laboratory university of groningen U UNIVERSITY t7 T% fREC4ON Technology By supporting our global networks and enabling a wider array of end -user features, our technology partners help us bring to market a broad range of products to enterprises and consumers alike. veri Onwireless 1114111 ClnDROID /t ®amazon 110 web servicesTM wQ IntomaNanal Corparntlnn II Microsoft epware + radiometrics G explore tleyanrllimitt Global Value -Added Resellers & Channel Partners Our global business partners utilize data collected from our global networks to deliver industry -specific solutions to customers worldwide. 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Weather/Nnovallons Consulting LP Our nationwide broadcast partner network includes local affiliate stationsthat use our real-time, neighborhood -level weather and camera views on air and online Learn more about our broadcast partner program NBC univision CBS Club Safety We partner with leading organizations for golf course professionals and technology providerstooffer the mostcomprehenslve severe weather intelligence for member safety and services, special event operations, and irrigation and turf management possible, Learn more about WeatherBug Club Safety. http://www.earthnetworks.com/Partners.aspx 6/9/2015 Partners Earth Networks Page 4 of 4 GLYO MANAOLIRS ASSOCIATION CLUBSAFE 8ofety Pvouramts 10, Schools & Universities 11-6SOUTH,. CONFERENCE DEVELOPING LEADERS THROUGH A7'HLET1GS outlet Florida ICS Ac41.trpic_. 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Weatheraug is a brand of Earth Networks, 2.eeelie41515eni All Rights ROSEI'Ved, privicy policy I FOYMS of Use http://weather.weatherbug.com/about-us.html 9/24/2015 Facts/FAQs — Earth Networks Page 1 of 2 Earth warts Toliit PutItt txtOttt:Pi.mx,V Search Earth Networks Our Networks Products Industry SolutionsWe About Us Fast Facts Awards Leadership Board of Directors Meteorologists Careers Timeline ISO 9001:2008 Contact Us Fast Facts Customer login f] WeatherBug by Earth Witworke Partners Media Center About Us Earth Networks and our WeatherBug brand help consumers, governments and enterprises worldwide Know BeforeTM' with current conditions, forecasts, and severe weather alerts when minutes matter, Spark of Inspiration: Capturing Lightning on The Largest Weather, Lightning & Climate Networks WEATHER With more than 10,000 exclusive neighborhood -level sensors where people Ilve and work, plus data horn National Weather Service and the World Meteorological Organization, we deliver precise weather conditions, local forecasts and critical warnings when, where and how people need them most, LIGHTNING our 'total Lightning Network' is the most extensive and technologically advanced worldwide lightning sensor network that detects both in -cloud and cloud -to -ground strokes. IrE cloud lightning is often a key indicator of severe weather, and we use this data to generate advanced alerts. GREENHOUSE GAS Earth Networks is collaborating with Scripps Institution of Oceanography, the world's preeminent climate and environmental science, institution, and other organizations to deploy an extensive network of sensors measuring carbon dioxide and methane to Improve our understanding of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. Founders Robert S. Marshall (CEO) Christopher Sloop (Senior Vice President and Chlef Technology Officer) View our j_eadership,,page for more information, Customers Earth Networks supports organizations, businesses and governments Impacted by weather: Consumer, Agriculture/Food Security, Aviation, Broadcast, Business Operations, Communities and Cities, Enere,y/Utilities, Government, 011 and Gas, Schools and Universities, Sports and Recreation ancl Transportation, Partners Scripps Institution of Oceanography (collaborating organization), National Weather Service (NWS), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Institutes of Standards and Technology (NIST), and others, See a more comprehensive listing on our Partners page http://www.earthnetworks.com/AboutUs/FastFacts.aspx 9/24/2015 Facts/FAQs — Earth Networks Page 2 of 2 Year Founded 1993 Corporate Headquarters Garth Networks, Inc. 12410 Milestone Center Drive, Suite 300 Gennantovm, MD 20876 About Our WeatherBug brand WeatherBug' by cooNO-Wrlaft: ,:. Our Wea,t1,1.01J14P,,.1.1!35!.St!..R.CoLhtgS:.?.Rtt•`,SlLY.fctrr, deliver current weather, the latest forecasts, and critical severe weather alerts to millions via smartphone and desktop apps, the WeatherBug website and on -air through our extensive broadcast television partner network, Learn Marc: Visit our M iyi. UOLOm 1 MEM WAWA WO. attMIRIAM ! 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We support the Weather -Ready Notion Initiative by developing innovative science and technologies that collect and communicate important: weather information, providing vital weather updates and alerts, and wonting with schools nationwide: • Improved Forecasts and Severe Warnings: Since 2002, we have been providing NWS forecasters with real-time weather WEATHER -READY NATION observations, Weissue all NWS warnings through our WealherFNig apps and products, and also through our additional tools used by government agencies and businesses. Advanced Lightning Detection, The Barth Networks Total Lightning Network'^' (ENTLN) is the world's largest lightning network that measures both cloud-tw ground and in -cloud lightning, the network powers Earth Networks' Dangerous Thunderstorm Alerts, which are issued when lightning activity reaches a threshold indicative of Increased potential for severe weather. • Emergency and Disaster Response: More than 100 federal; state and local government agencies use our information and tools to aid emergency response and keep people safer. Organizations use Strearr,grR1,, a web based weather visualization tool, to monitor real-time radar, lightning„ and hyper -local conditions and camera views during weather event„ • School Safety and Education: Weatherflug weather stations bring live, local weather data into the classroom. Wei, Bug Schools receive critical weather alerts that provide advanced warning of severe storms, dangerous heal and other threats, Schools equipped with lightning detection ,ysiners can receive lightning alerts directly to mobile phones, computers and visual/audible alarms. • National Mesonet: Since 2001, Earth Networks has worked collaboratively with NOAA and other public, private and academic partners to establish the National Mesonet, which aims to collect and disseminate comprehensive, standardized data from high -density observing networks, National Mesonet data will improve short- and medium -torts local weather forecasts, plume dispersion modeling, climate monitoring and air -quality analyses, benefiting; sectors including energy, public health and safety, transportation, water resources and agriculture. Earth Networks looks forward to building a Weather -Ready Nation prepared to respond to tornado outbreaks, intense heat wives, raxnernne flooding and drought, and other environmental challenges. F:E01I COM e sis 1,t,,,g)kfi, a_(f t!r Of. 411,1 ifietttlieffl/ag Home ikrte [s1'anr€, tit @;dll'f,it Neletee., itiyirtpsgt.cy I sit &f? Stay Connected Si e r ktp f ys t ii'i2~il http://www.earthnetworks.com/Partners/NOAANWS.aspx 9/24/2015 a Ord aervic < t, Thanks to a Shared Services Agreement Tenafly is in the process of implementing a state-of-the-art, lightning safety system at nine athletic fields and parks. By Peter Rustin Mayor, Borough of Tenafly With a population of over 14,000 residing in approximately 4.6 square miles, the Borough of Tenafly is a busy place! Dotted throughout the borough is an assortment of recreational fields and parks used throughout the year for school - related and other community activities. For example, our annual Fourth of July fire- works display draws thousands of residents to one of our largest open spaces. As a former recre- ational soccer official, President of the Little League, and basketball league, I have spent countless hours on our borough's athletic fields. During a game last year, we heard thunder and the portable lightning detection box I had with me went off. As we cleared the field, I saw a huge bolt of lightning that appeared to strike about a town away. The next day we read in the newspaper that a man had indeed been struck. For me it was a wake-up call. It makes no sense to hold events in open spaces, unless you can pro- tect the residents. I take this personally. Taking Action Today, as Mayor of Tenafly, I am in a position to make a difference within this com- munity and am proud to say that we are in the process of implementing a state-of-the-art, light- ning safety system at nine athletic fields and parks. However, I could not have accomplished this without the full support of the Borough Council and cooperation of our Board of Educa- tion (BOE). The BOE is deeply invested in our community: it owns six of our schools and grounds and their own central office. Since the nature of both the board of education and the municipality is to serve our population, it only makes sense that we work together to maintain the quality of life that we have created within our borough. "The Borough and Board of Education each have different resources available to them," stated Lynn Trager, Tenafly's Superintendent of Education. "By working together as one entity and integrating both physical and financial resources from within the same municipality, these resources are trans- formed into assets that benefit everyone. This type of cooperation clearly puts us ahead of the curve." gE NEW JERSEY MUNICIPALITIES C:s::':T L:>8ER 2013 i'c:.tcn� i.,Jpr; frar Siff ..................................... How it Woks Orittloor Alerts fur Mass Nrttili ration Alan .,,. Detect ... Respond .. N Recover Internal Alerts in Offices end Facilities Mobile Alerts Online Alerts for When You're Show Wheat Is on the GO Happening Shared Services Thanks to the devel- opment of a Shared Services Agree- ment, our community will now be protected with a lightning safety sys- tem and alerting solution from WeatherBug, Earth NetworksTM that is integrated with numerous lightning detection sensors strategically located IT ONLY MAKES SENSE THAT WE WORK TOGETHER TO MAINTAIN THE OUALITY OF LIFE THAT WE HAVE CREATED WITHH OUR BOROUGH. throughout the United States. This professional -grade, state-of-the-art weather station records 27 different weather variables and provides weather data directly to WeatherBug customers, with live data updated every two seconds. WeatherBug has the ability to significantly improve severe weather warning times, over radar and other technologies, with lead times of up to 30 minutes. It also has predictive capabilities that are cru- cial for characterizing severe storm precursors, which improves storm How the System Works When central- ly located weather equipment detects a lightning strike within 10 miles, the system triggers an alert that a light- ning emergency is in effect. On -field equipment activates an audible siren and flashing strobe Tight signal that alerts people to take shelter. These signals continue for the duration of the lightning warning. Once the all - clear notification is sounded, partici- pants can return to their field activi- warning lead times and enables us to effectively coordinate emergency ser- vices to provide comprehensive weather management planning. Because we take weather so seriously, with the guidance of our borough engineers at Maser Consulting P.A., we are in the process of installing this system on borough and BOE proper- ties. The system's central monitoring system will be in the Department of Public Works facility. Ily Novid ig FJlpert Ee gingering & Environmental Solutions ter Years Park 80 East, 160 Pehle Avenue, Suite 306, Saddle Brook, NJ 07663 Charles S. DiMarco, P.E., Regional Director Tel: (201) 843-0403 Fax: (201) 843-3074 www.tect©nicengineering,cam OCTOHER.i?013 NF\W JERSEY Mi.JN•.CIPAi..ITIES 69 re a rn Up For Sole i:y ties. How the signals work is the most important information to convey to our residents. "During system testing and prior to activation, we will conduct a joint out- reach program to inform residents about the protocols for responding to system alerts," stated Jewel Thompson - Chin, Tenafly Borough Administrator. "Community outreach will occur through multiple techniques, including automated call system notifications, the community newsletter, school flyers, the borough website, police and recreation social media sites and press releases." The WeatherBug Achieve component, software that provides online class- room learning experiences about weather and storm activity, was includ- ed in the equipment purchase. This program will be used as an educational tool in borough schools. Shared Use Agreement Many munici- palities have tried to make sharing ser- vices within their communities work to no avail. Unfortunately, at times, poli- tics can actually be an impediment in getting things done. Since the BOE owns and oversees school facilities and grounds, it has to have a close con- nection with borough government. Effective communication between us is imperative. Today's technology makes this so con- venient and efficient that we have integrated our communications through a Shared Use Agreement. The BOE's IT Department will manage Tenafly Borough's local and wireless computer network and assist with all aspects of daily operation, mainte- nance and training. In turn, through an Addendum, the borough allocated funding for the installation of a gener- ator within the BOE computer center that will maintain viable network com- munications between us and emer- gency services during severe storms and electrical outages. Joint Use Meetings, held throughout the year, enable us to address prob- lems, find viable solutions, and explore new areas for shared projects. Our Shared Agreements are formally exe- cuted with the costs and logistics clearly stated so that there is no problem with responsibility down the road. In the event that a problem arises, it can usu- ally be resolved through an addendum. Other joint projects include: • the Smith School Pedestrian and Traffic Circulation Study; • Borough Hall Wi-Fi installation; • turf and track reconstruction at the high school field; and, • shared use and cooperative schedul- ing of fields and school gymnasiums. Ensuring Success The secret to our suc- cess has been the high level of commu- nication and cooperation between the borough and the board of education. Having served previously as a board of education member has enabled me to see both sides of the fence more clearly and has undoubtedly aided in this part- nership. Both entities have a clear vision of maintaining our residents' quality of life, which is highly depen- dent upon the full and safe use of our recreational areas. We're committed to pooling our resources to ensure this. The one thing that we are still work- ing on is how to enforce the execution of, and adherence to, the rules and pro- cedures for field evacuation and how to make a safe return to the field activi- ties. Since the success of our system Vlieather $ervite, if you r c ugh outside with no safe shelter, the following actions gay reduc risk of being struck or rnlured llghfi ning strike lmrriediately leave elevated area sutluarihiltspnidtitittlytridges ar peaks Never lie flat on IN grounds t on'shelterlated tie Mei er use a cliff or rocky overhang far shelter lmrrtechately cget nut and away from porn, lakes and other bodies of ;water. stay away .from o�tects tYiat onduct electricity (barbed'win er l es, power Imes, wlndmiIls, relies on the cooperation of those using the fields (such as students, coaches and parents), we need to ensure that the proper action will be taken when the warning sirens sound. We are investi- gating language for a potential ordi- nance that can be attached to the field permitting process. Today's technologies are an asset in communication between the borough and community members. 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