Title
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER’S DESIGNEE TO ACCEPT A FOUR THOUSAND DOLLAR DONATION FROM EMS OUTREACH OF HUDSON FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF TWO AUTOMATIC EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS WITH TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED OUTDOOR CABINETS.
Brief Description: The City of Hudson has been awarded a donation from EMS Outreach of Hudson in the amount of $4000.00 to fund the purchase of two automatic external defibrillators (AED) with temperature-controlled cabinets for installation on the downtown Greens. No match is required.
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Legislative History
None
Purpose & Explanation
EMS Outreach of Hudson raises funds and provides programs to support health and safety initiatives within our community. EMS Outreach of Hudson approached staff about adding two outdoor automatic external defibrillators in the downtown area. These two AED’s in temperature-controlled boxes would be available year-round for use during special events and by patrons at surrounding businesses and restaurants. Proposed locations are on the First & Main Green and between the Clocktower and Gazebo Greens. EMS Outreach of Hudson raised $4000.00 for the purchase and installation of these units. These temperature-controlled units are the same as the units that were deployed through donations in the Hudson Parks.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted (Account #, $)
Supplemental Appropriation Required (Account #, $)
X Appropriation Not Required
Does this legislation require use of an emergency clause?
Yes [if so, explain why]
X No
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that Council pass this Resolution, authorizing acceptance by the City Manager’s Designee of a donation in the amount of $4000.00 for the purchase and installation of two automatic external defibrillators in temperature-controlled cabinets.
Submitted by,
Thomas Sheridan, City Manager
Jerry Varnes, Fire/EMS Chief
Rhonda Kadish, Grants Coordinator