Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager, or Designee, to Apply for and Accept, if Awarded an Assistance to Firefighter Grant Program from the Department of Homeland Security through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to Purchase a Heavy Rescue/Hazardous Materials Response Apparatus
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Safe and Secure Community
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2021
DEPARTMENT: Fire
CONTACT: Danny Kistner, Fire Chief
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• Approval of the Resolution.
ITEM SUMMARY:
• This request is to purchase a heavy rescue/hazardous materials response apparatus to be used by the fire department to respond to technical rescue and hazardous materials related events. The Department responds to such events but must assemble or respond multiple vehicles to bring specialized equipment to the scene. A single apparatus will improve efficiency and maintain equipment in one location.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The Fire Department currently responds to technical rescue and hazardous materials events.
• Rescue equipment is maintained at multiple locations. A single vehicle will simplify complex scenarios.
• This vehicle will allow for the gradual incorporation of a hazardous materials response capability beyond basic level.
• No new FTE positions are required to staff this vehicle.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY: The amount of the grant request is for $1,000,000.00 for the purchase of a heavy rescue/hazardous materials response apparatus. The City is responsible for a 15% match. This apparatus will be staffed with current staff and not require any new FTE.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• N/A