To: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
From: JOE HOFFMAN, CHIEF OF POLICE
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APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH SHARP PERFORMANCE, INC. FOR A COGNITIVE PERFORMANCE COACHING PLATFORM FOR THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $75,600 AND THE TERM DECEMBER 3, 2024 TO DECEMBER 3, 2025
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Approval of this item would authorize the Police and Fire Departments to enter into an agreement with Sharp Performance, Inc. (Sharp Performance) to implement a cognitive performance coaching platform designed specifically for high-risk professionals, including first responders. Sharp Performance's cognitive performance coaching platform is the only commercially available tool specifically tailored to the needs of first responders and other high-risk professionals. The platform provides an essential mental wellness solution that combines preventative coaching with reactive resources in a single platform. Their proprietary application aligns closely with the wellness goals and operational demands of both the City's Police and Fire Departments by addressing critical mental health needs and supporting the resilience and readiness of all team members in these Departments.
BACKGROUND
Maintaining an effective wellness program is integral to supporting the mental and physical health of public safety professionals, who frequently operate under high-stress conditions. The nature of police and fire service requires access to specialized resources that can help personnel manage stress, enhance focus, and sustain long-term resilience. The Sharp Performance platform is the only commercially available cognitive performance tool that consolidates coaching, training, and customized resource management exclusively for high-risk professionals.
The platform's content and methodologies are rooted in evidence-based practices developed with the U.S. Military's Special Operations teams and are uniquely adapted to meet the needs of first responders. These ...
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