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Request Board approval to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighter Grant (AFG) requesting up to $2,000,000 for equipment to enhance critical projects related to safety and training; and authorize the County Manager or designee to execute the grant application and supporting documents. Countywide (Lorie Bailey Brown, CFO/Resource Management Director) Requesting Department - Fire
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Resource Management - Grants Administration
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Authorized By:
Lorie Bailey Brown, CFO/Resource Management Director
Contact/Phone Number:
George Woodring/407-665-7168
Background:
The Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program, administered by the Department of Homeland Security through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), aims to enhance the safety of firefighters and, by extension, the public, in relation to fire and fire-related hazards. Through this program, FEMA plans to award 2,000 grants to provide vital resources that equip and train emergency personnel to recognized standards, improve operational efficiency, promote interoperability, and bolster community resilience.
Seminole County is eligible to apply for up to $2 million in funding to support and enhance critical projects. The County plans to request funds for additional training manikins to educate first responders on trauma care, two power stair chairs for bariatric transport, and additional Stryker LP35 patient lift arms. The project is expected to be completed within 24 months and requires a 15% matching contribution, which has already been allocated in the Fire Department's budget.
Requested Action:
Staff requests Board approval to submit a grant application to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighter Grant (AFG) requesting up to $2,000,000 for equipment to enhance critical projects related to safety and training; and authorize the County Manager or designee to execute the grant application and supporting documents.