HomeMy WebLinkAbout031008 RES - 12/13/2016 Resolution
Ratifying the submission of a grant application in the amount of$391,200 to the
US Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency
for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.
WHEREAS, the City of Corpus Christi finds it in the best interest of the citizens of
Corpus Christi to apply for Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program to enhance the
safety of the public and firefighters with respect to fire and fire-related hazards by
providing training and equipment to meet NFPA requirements, which includes general
water rescue, flood and swift water rescue, bay and surf rescue, and boat rescue
certifications and providing hardwired and monitored smoke, fire, and heat detectors,
and alarm security to all fire stations;
WHEREAS, the City of Corpus Christi shall agree to make available non-federal funds
in an amount equal to and not less than 10 percent of the grant awarded;
WHEREAS, failure to adhere to the award conditions will cause the City of Corpus
Christi to be considered in default of the grant agreement, and may require the return
of all federal funds disbursed under the grant.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS:
SECTION 1. The City Council ratifies submission of a grant application in the amount
of $391,200 to the US Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency
Management Agency for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.
ATTEST: THE CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
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Rebecca Huerta Dan co ueen
City Secretary Mayor
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The above resolution was passed by the following vote:
Dan McQueen
Rudy Garza
Paulette Guajardo I
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Michael Hunter
Joe McComb
Ben Molina
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Lucy Rubio
Greg Smith /�!
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Carolyn Vaughn
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