Emergency Dispatch Services

The City of Cottonwood has entered into an agreement with the Verde Valley Fire District to provide emergency dispatch services. The services include dispatching manpower and apparatus, performing daily tests of radio systems, and providing copies of incident reports. The agreement is for a term of one year, commencing on July 1, 2024, and ending on June 30, 2025. The City of Cottonwood will provide the services for an annual fee of $231,333.00, which will increase by 5% annually. The agreement also includes provisions for indemnification, insurance, and termination. Some key points of this contract include: • The City of Cottonwood will provide emergency dispatch services to the Verde Valley Fire District. • The services will include dispatching manpower and apparatus, performing daily tests of radio systems, and providing copies of incident reports. • The agreement is for a term of one year, commencing on July 1, 2024, and ending on June 30, 2025. • The City of Cottonwood will provide the services for an annual fee of $231,333.00, which will increase by 5% annually. • The agreement includes provisions for indemnification, insurance, and termination.