2026-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
Fire: Thermal Imaging Camera (2) 2026 thru 2030 Project Details Shakopee, MN
Project #
Equip-26-324
Project Name
Fire: Thermal Imaging Camera (2)
Total Project Cost
$42,000
Contact
Fire Chief
Department
Equipment Internal Serv. Fund
Type
Equipment
Category
Fire
Priority
1 - Have to do
Status
Active
Useful Life
16 years
Description These specialized devices leverage infrared technology to translate invisible heat signatures into clear, visible images. This means firefighters can effectively "see" in zero-visibility conditions like dense smoke or total darkness, and even through certain obstructions. Their critical applications include rapid victim location, precise identification of fire origins and hidden hotspots, dynamic assessment of fire intensity and spread, boosting overall situational awareness, and crucial support during hazardous materials calls and vehicle incidents.
Justification For fire departments, thermal imaging cameras (TICs) are a necessity for:
The safety of firefighters, enabling them to operate more effectively and with reduced risk in incredibly dangerous environments.
The efficiency and success of our fire suppression and rescue operations, leading to faster response, better situational awareness, and ultimately, greater protection for the community of Shakopee. Long-term fiscal responsibility, by replacing aging, potentially unreliable equipment before it incurs significant repair costs or, worse, contributes to a more severe and costly incident.
Expenditures
2026 42,000 42,000 2026 42,000 42,000
2027
2028
2029
2030
Total 42,000 42,000 Total 42,000 42,000
Equip/Vehicles/Furnishings
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
Total
Funding Sources
2027
2028
2029
2030
Equipment Internal Service Fund
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
Total
95
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