Fiscal Note
This grant requires City matching funds of $8,817, which represents 20 percent of the total project cost of $44,085. The Fire Department will request these matching funds in its 2010 Operating Budget request.
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Accepting a 2008 Fire Prevention and Safety grant if awarded from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
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A grant application has been submitted to FEMA, DHS for the Fire Prevention and Safety Grant. The grant is for a Smoke Alarm Campaign for the at risk population. Funds are requested for smoke alarms, installation supplies and educational materials.
The operating budget request is:
GN01-55570 Safety Supplies $42,000
GN01-55510 Work Supplies 585
GN01-55280 Training Supplies 1,500
GN01-73125 FEMA Revenue (35,268)
City matching funding is $8,817.
WHEREAS, the City has a smoke alarm ordinance for the protection of the community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City accept the 2008 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant if awarded.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor, City Clerk and other necessary City officials are authorized to execute necessary documents upon award.
BE IT STILL FURTHER RESOLVED, that Council approves the grant budget as awarded.