Discussion with possible action to approve the purchase of a complete portable LED video system package, including LED rigging, power, cabling, and related equipment, from Texas AVL for the 1848 Event Center in the amount of $31,849.96; and to further approve an exception to the Purchasing requisition deadline; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2031-1010-001-470000 - Capital Outlay

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Discussion with possible action to approve the purchase of a complete portable LED video system package, including LED rigging, power, cabling, and related equipment, from Texas AVL for the 1848 Event Center in the amount of $31,849.96; and to further approve an exception to the Purchasing requisition deadline; and any other matters incident thereto. [Account #2031-1010-001-470000 - Capital Outlay] Issue: The 1848 Event Center is in need of a portable LED video system to enhance the audio-visual capabilities of the facility and better accommodate conferences, presentations, ceremonies, entertainment events, and other public and private functions. The proposed system provides flexibility by allowing the LED panels to be configured as either two separate approximately 7' x 14' LED walls or one combined approximately 9' x 16' LED display. Solution: Approve the purchase of a complete portable LED video system package from Texas AVL, including LED video panels, processing and control equipment, power/data/signal cabling, storage and transportation equipment, rigging, power, and associated cabling. The total quoted cost after discount is $31,849.96, with shipping and delivery included at no additional charge. Result: The purchase will provide the 1848 Event Center with a flexible, portable LED display system that can be configured according to individual event needs. This equipment will enhance the facility's ability to support visual presentations and event productions while providing equipment that can be utilized for a variety of events held at the facility.

This motion is scored as RESTRAINS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.4/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, voting YES on measures that cap or reduce ad valorem tax burdens, expand taxpayer exemptions, retire debt early, enforce competitive bidding caps, or remove regulatory/zoning barriers to private property rights earns a positive Pro-Liberty score.