Title
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER, OR HER DESIGNEE, TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR AN ASSISTANCE TO FIREFIGHTERS GRANT ON BEHALF OF HUDSON EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES.
Executive Summary: Pursuant to the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, the Federal Emergency Management Agency administers the Assistance to Firefighters Grant to enhance safety of the public and safety force personnel by providing funding for needed resources.
Body
Legislative History
None.
Purpose & Explanation
Hudson Emergency Medical Services is requesting funding for two powered cot systems, each including a power cot and a power loader, for two ambulances. The total cost of the two systems is approximately $110,000 plus installation. The grant requires a 10% match.
Timing Considerations
The application is due on November 18, 2016.
Fiscal Impact
Currently Budgeted
Supplemental Appropriation Required
X Appropriation Not Required.
Recommendation
Suggested Action
Staff recommends that City Council approve the City Manager’s, or her designee’s, application for an Assistance to Firefighters Grant for the purchase of two powered cots and loading systems on behalf of Hudson Emergency Medical Services.
Submitted by,
Jane Howington, City Manager
Jerry Varnes, Chief EMS
Larry Nichols, Deputy Chief EMS
Rhonda Kadish, Grants Coordinator