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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes2014-081 Sponsored by: Hunt O CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2014-081 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ACCEPT GRANT FUNDS FROM THE ALASKA DIVISION OF HOMELAND SECURITY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $65,461.90 FOR PURCHASE OF VEHICLE EXTRICATION EQUIPMENT AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS WHEREAS, in May of 2014 the Fire Departments vehicle extrication tool snapped while being used during a training exercise; and WHEREAS,the Seward Fire Department has been researching replacement options for this tool as repair was not economically feasible due to equipment age and lack of local support of the brand,but due to the high cost of replacement equipment did not have funding to move forward;and WHEREAS,while researching the best options for replacement equipment,we learned that our neighboring mutual aid department Moose Pass Fire had similar needs and short falls; and WHEREAS, interoperable extrication equipment for motor vehicle accidents is an essential component of local emergency operations of the Seward Fire Department and Moose Pass Fire Department; and WHEREAS, grant funds became available through a reallocation of Homeland Security Grant Program Funds and our request to purchase new vehicle extrication equipment for both Seward Fire and Moose Pass Fire Departments has been awarded. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEWARD,ALASKA that: Section 1. The City Manager is hereby authorized to accept Homeland Security Grant Program(HSGP)Funds in the amount of$65,461.90 for purchase of new extrication equipment for both the Moose Pass and Seward Fire Departments. Section 2. Per Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency management grant documents,the City of Seward will be responsible for annual audits of the status and condition of the extrication equipment for both departments. Section 3. Funds in the amount of$65,461.90 are hereby appropriated from State grant funds account no. 30025-0000-4251 to equipment account no. 30025-0000-8103. j Section 4. This resolution shall take effect upon approval by Council. CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA RESOLUTION 2014-081 imago PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Seward, Alaska, this 13th day of October, 2014. THE CITY OF SEWARD, ALASKA GP✓ can Bardarson, Mayor AYES: Keil, Casagranda, Terry, Squires, Butts, Bardarson, Darling NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: Jo anna KinnefirCMC C ty Clerk (City Seal)ssssssssss •y OF SEPIA,•,,, • • � r • • rpm • • •. A i• •♦ •.• 1% *".* *NE • • •.**. F OF FIZ o"'' s...ersawFSto. Council Agenda Statement of sett, Meeting Date: October 13, 2014 l;'-"'��'� Through: City Manager, Jim Hunt ' 14.ASKP From: Fire Chief, Edward Athey Agenda Item: Acceptance of reallocated HSGP funds for the purchase of vehicle extrication equipment for the Seward Fire Department and Moose Pass Volunteer Fire Company BACKGROUND &JUSTIFICATION: The Seward Fire Department responds to emergencies within the City and in conjunction with our mutual aid partners along the Seward Highway. We train with the East Zone emergency responders; which includes Bear Creek and Moose Pass Fire. We attempt to coordinate our equipment purchases to enhance commonality among departments and strengthen this training whenever possible. When possible, we budget and plan for large purchases, however when our older equipment breaks we often find that it has become obsolete and no longer economically feasible to repair. In May of 2014, our vehicle extrication tool snapped during a training exercise. Due to the equipment's age and lack of customer support for this product it was not practical to repair it. In an effort to be proactive and transition into newer, stronger equipment we spoke with different vendors and other local departments about their experiences. This new equipment is very expensive with costs ranging from $10,000 to $12,000 per piece. This new extrication equipment is in use by a variety of emergency response organizations throughout our State and has received very positive reviews. This grant award from the State Homeland Security Grant Program will enable the department to provide this equipment for Seward Fire and the Moose Pass Volunteer Fire Company. This award is for reallocation of the Homeland Security Grant Program(HSGP) funds in the amount of$65,461.90 with the intent to purchase new vehicle extrication equipment for the Seward Fire Department and for Moose Pass Volunteer Fire Company. INTENT: To accept reallocated HSGP funds for the purchase of new vehicle extrication equipment for Seward Fire and Moose Pass Volunteer Fire Company enhancing our mission of providing strong emergency and mutual aid response to our communities. CONSISTENCY CHECKLIST: Yes No N/A 1. Comprehensive Plan (document source here): X 2. Seward City Code: 9.15.255 Adequate Equipment X 3. Other(list): Seward Fire Department SOG 13/Mutual Aid X 4 Mutual Aid Agreement with Moose Pass Volunteer Fire Co dated June X 2004 FISCAL NOTE: This project is funded 100%by a federal ant with no m tching funds required. Approved by Finance Department: ATTORNEY REVIEW: Yes No X RECOMMENDATION: Council approves Resolution 2014- (31 accepting the reallocated HSGP funds in the amount of$65,461.90 for the purchase of vehicle extrication equipment and appropriating funds.