Title
A RESOLUTION AFFIRMING THE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY THE CITY MANAGER’S DESIGNEE TO THE FIREHOUSE SUBS FOUNDATION FOR GRANT FUNDING.
Executive Summary: The Firehouse Subs Foundation provides lifesaving equipment and needed resources to first responders and public safety organizations. The City has requested grant funding of approximately $20,000, for which no local funding match is required.
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Legislative History
None
Purpose & Explanation
The Hudson Fire Department has requested approximately $20,000 in ballistic vests, plates and helmets to outfit 16 members of the Hudson Fire Department and Hudson Emergency Medical Services for use on the recently formed Active Shooter Rescue Task Force in conjunction with the Hudson Police Department. No match is required.
Timing Considerations
The grant application was due September 1, 2018.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted
Supplemental Appropriation Required
X Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that City Council affirm the City Manager’s Designee’s application for grant funding from the Firehouse Subs Foundation on behalf of the Hudson Fire Department.
Submitted by,
Jane Howington, City Manager
Jerry Varnes, Fire/EMS Chief
Rhonda Kadish, Grants Coordinator