AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES WITH AMERICAN GLOBAL SECURITY, INC. FOR UNARMED COMMUNITY SAFETY OFFICER SERVICES [D. RIVAS, A. SHANDI]
Staff Direction • 2026-09-22 • Item F.1 • Tracking ID DIR-2026-C50E41
Department: Community Safety Department
Tracking ID: DIR-2026-C50E41
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Plain language summary
Using city funds, this agreement with American Global Security, Inc. will cost residents approximately $550,000 over two fiscal years to enhance community safety through unarmed officers. This initiative aims to improve public safety and quality of life by providing additional security presence in business districts and residential neighborhoods, complementing existing law enforcement services.
Due: 2026-12-21
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What this means to you
This agreement means that residents will see an increased presence of unarmed Community Safety Officers throughout West Hollywood. These officers will patrol on bicycles, foot, and vehicles, providing an extra layer of security and addressing quality of life concerns. Residents may feel safer in public spaces and during city events, knowing there is additional security support.
Fiscal impact
RECOMMENDATIONS: 1) Approve an Agreement for Professional Services with American Global Security, Inc., for a total not-to-exceed amount of $550,000 ($250,000.00 in FY 2026-27 and $300,000 in FY 2027-28), with the ability to extend the contract for up to one (1) additional year for fa total contract term of up to three (3) years;