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Accept a donation of one commercial-grade washer-extractor and one tumble dryer from Alliance Laundry Systems Distribution, LLC, to Solano County Animal Care Services; Approve an Appropriation Transfer Request of $31,078 to record the equipment donation based on the fair market value of the equipment and recognize unanticipated donated revenue (4/5 vote required)
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DEPARTMENTAL RECOMMENDATION:
The Sheriff's Office recommends the Board of Supervisors:
1. Accept a donation of one commercial-grade washer-extractor and one tumble dryer from Alliance Laundry Systems Distribution, LLC, to Solano County Animal Care Services; and
2. Approve an Appropriation Transfer Request of $31,078 to record the equipment donation based on the fair market value of the equipment and recognize unanticipated donated revenue (4/5 vote required).
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
Alliance Laundry Systems (ALS), through its corporate giving program, supports organizations such as animal shelters, domestic violence shelters, family support services, and homeless shelters through volunteer efforts, equipment donations, and financial contributions. In early 2025, Animal Care Services (Animal Care) submitted an online request for donated equipment to replace the commercial washer and dryer reaching end of life, both purchased in 2007. Staff averages ten (10) loads of laundry daily.
In March 2025, Animal Care was notified by ALS that Solano County would receive one UniMac commercial-grade washer-extractor and one UniMac tumble dryer through its donation program. The new washer-extractor offers significant advantages in energy efficiency, using less water and electricity; load capacity, allowing for washing more laundry at once; safety; and advanced features, touch screen, specialized cycles, customizable programs, smart sensors, automated adjustments to water levels and extraction spe...
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