Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Accept, if Awarded, an Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) Program Grant Award from the Department of Homeland Security through the Office of the Governor (OOG) to Obtain Communication Headsets and Ballistic Helmets to Enhance the Special Weapons and Tactics Team for the McKinney Police Department
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Safe and Secure Community
MEETING DATE: July 18, 2023
DEPARTMENT: Police Department
CONTACT: Joe Ellenburg, Chief of Police
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• Approval of Resolution
ITEM SUMMARY:
• The UASI program focus is to support state and local efforts to prevent terrorism and other catastrophic events and to prepare the nation for the threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk to our security.
• This purchase is for a complete set of Ballistic Helmets and Communication Headsets to enhance the McKinney Police Department SWAT team. The proposed equipment will enhance the ability of the team to complete effective, efficient operations when responding to high-risk incidents. These systems enable team members to coordinate movements, identify threats, and adapt to highly volatile situations, greatly enhancing officer awareness and safety while on scene. It will further allow the team and commanders to communicate with command post personnel, dispatch, and other jurisdiction teams in the region when needed.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The UASI program grant award has been sought annually by the City of McKinney to help prepare for, respond to, and recover from natural, man-made, and technological threats and hazards.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• If awarded, the grant amount is expected to be $59,989.
• There is no match required for this grant.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• N/A