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Rules and Communications Committee June 7, 2007 Page 2 Chief Gilbert described the advantages of a regional communication system. He noted that the EBRCS has support at the federal level by Senators Boxer and Feinstein and that the federal government is looking for local jurisdictions to participate in regional efforts. Chief Gilbert commented that the formation of a joint powers authority (JP A) would create a shared governance structure among the participating agencies. Committee Member Starosciak asked where San Leandro's 378 radios are assigned. Mr. Jermanis stated that the Committee would be provided with a list ofthe radio assignments. Chief Gilbert noted that statewide, the communication concept would be a "system of systems"-a network of regional systems with a connecting network of gateways. There is no plan for a single statewide system. He described the EBRCS infrastructure, which would be comprised of a master site controller located at the Dublin Emergency Operations Center, nine repeater sites and a network of T -1 and microwave connections. The system would cover approximately a 1,000 mile area. Chief Gilbert indicated that not all of the system components have been purchased and will still need to be put out for bid. The Committee discussed the composition of the IP A Board. Committee Member Santos commented that he agreed with the decision to have only one county supervisor representing each county. Committee Member Starosciak commented on the unique composition of the JP A, and remarked that it would be interesting to see how it would work. There was discussion regarding the possibility of the City of Oakland filing a separate application for federal funding. Chief Gilbert indicated that there have been discussions with Oakland regarding their plan for interoperability. Committee Member Starosciak asked if the Committee could request that the City Manager discuss the matter with former City Councilmember Bob Glaze. She pointed out Mr. Glaze's unique perspective, being both a resident of San Leandro and the IT Director for the City of Oakland. Committee Member Starosciak commented that if San Leandro's communication plan does not include Oakland, it would be doing itself a disservice. She also expressed concern about competing with Oakland for funding. The Committee discussed other avenues of communication with Oakland, including Mayor Santos contacting Oakland Mayor Dellums and convening a meeting of the Joint Oakland/San Leandro Committee. Committee Member Starosciak noted that the discussion on the matter would need to be of a more technical nature, and Chief Gilbert indicated that public safety should also be included in the discussion. The Committee and staff discussed what the City of Oakland's and BART's future plans might be for interoperable communication. Committee Member Starosciak reiterated the importance of discussing the matter with Oakland. Mr. Jermanis stated that he would meet with Bob Glaze to discuss the subject.