Res 035-2024 Application for Fire Prevention and Safety Grant from FEMA 04/02/2024 Resolution No. 35-2024
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designee to apply for the
Fire Prevention and Safety Grant from FEMA to fund the addition of a
Deputy Fire Marshal at the rank of Captain in the Fire Marshal's Office
for fire investigation, public education, and code enforcement
WHEREAS, the City Council finds it in the best interest of the citizens of Wichita
Falls that the Fire Prevention and Safety Grant (FP&S) be applied for through FEMA; and,
WHEREAS, the FP&S is a competitive process, the City Council agrees that it is
in the best interest of the citizens to apply for various departmental needs; and,
WHEREAS, the FP&S total grant amount would be for $141,156.09; and,
WHEREAS, if awarded, the City must, during the performance period, provide
matching funds in the amount of 5% of the grant; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council agrees that in the event of loss or misuse of the Fire
Prevention and Safety Grant funds, the City Council assures that the funds will be
returned to FEMA in full; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council authorizes the City Manager to apply for the Fire
Prevention and Safety grant on behalf of the applicant agency for the purpose of a Deputy
Fire Marshal Captain for fire investigation, public education, and code enforcement; and,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS, THAT:
The City Council approves submission of the grant application for the Fire
Prevention and Safety Grant.
PASSED AND APPROVED this the 2nd day of April 2024.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
atu, BC
City Clerk