HomeMy WebLinkAbout _ 4.8(a)--Authorize the Acceptance of the Assistance to Firefighter Grant
CITY OF REDDING
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Recommendation
Authorize and approve the following:
(1) Accept grant funding in the amount of $212,150 from the Federal Emergency
Management Agency for the Assistance to Firefighters Grant;
(2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and any associated documents to
complete the grant process; and
(3) Adopt Resolution approving and adopting the 9th Amendment to City Budget Resolution
No. 2023-060 appropriating said funds.
Fiscal Impact
There will be no additional fiscal impact to the General Fund; the match portion of the grant,
$21,214.84, can be absorbed by Redding Fire Department's (RFD) existing equipment
replacement fund.
Alternative Action
The City Council could choose not to authorize the acceptance of the funds. If the funds are not
accepted, RFD may need to make budget requests to the General Fund for the needed equipment.
Background/Analysis
On February 7, 2023, City Council approved the application for an Assistance to Firefighters
Grant (AFG) for Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBAs), an Air Compressor, Rapid
Intervention Crew (RIC) packs, Fit Testing equipment, and training funds. AFG awarded funds
for the Air Compressor, RIC packs, Fit Testing Equipment, training funds and five SCBA units
for the new seated riding positions at the time of application.
MEETING DATE: September 5, 2023
ITEM NO. 4.8(a)
FROM:
***APPROVED BY***
jvanlandingham@cityofredding.org
btippin@cityofredding.org
SUBJECT: 4.8(a)--Acceptance the Assistance to Firefighter Grant
Jerrod Vanlandingham, Fire
Chief
Report to Redding City Council August 29, 2023
Re: 4.8(a)--Authorize the Acceptance of the Assistance to Firefighter Grant Page 2
The Air compressor, which supplies clean, breathable air to the SCBA tanks, will be installed at
Fire Station 7 as an addition to the current mobile fill station. The RIC packs ar e a small,
lightweight, and compact solution for rapid entry and air replenishment to a firefighter in
distress. The RIC packs will be carried on each Battalion Chief’s vehicle. Fit testing equipment
will allow RFD to conduct its testing for SCBA mask fitting; the equipment evaluates the seal
between the face and mask. Fit Testing is currently provided by a third party which is costly, and
scheduling is at the liberty of the vendor, which can cause delays.
The replacement of RFD’s current SCBAs did not meet FEMAs guidelines for a 10-year life
span, and that portion of the grant was not approved. RFD will apply for the SCBA replacement
in 2024 when the current inventory is eligible.
Environmental Review
This is not a project defined under the California Environmental Quality Act, and no further
action is required.
Council Priority/City Manager Goals
• Public Safety – "Work to improve all aspects of public safety to help people feel secure
and safe where they live, work, and play in the City of Redding."
• Budget and Financial Management – "Achieve balanced and stable 10—year Financial
Plans for all funds."
• Government of the 21st Century – "Be relevant and proactive to the opportunities and
challenges of today's residents and workforce. Anticipate the future to make better
decisions today."
Attachments
^Resolution
Previous Staff Report - 4.8(a)--Authorize Application for Assistance to Firefighters Grant
EMW-2022-FG-03871 - Award Package (1)
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-____
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF REDDING APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE 9th
AMENDMENT TO CITY BUDGET RESOLUTION NO. 2023-060 APPROPRIATING
$212,150 IN FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY ASSISTANCE TO
FIREFIGHTERS GRANT FOR EQUIPMENT AND PERSONNEL FOR FISCAL YEAR
2023-24
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF REDDING
THAT Budget Resolution No. 2023-060 be and is hereby amended as follows:
FUND DIVISION DESCRIPTION INCREASE DECREASE
101
1502
Fire - Suppression
$212,150
THAT account titles and numbers requiring adjustments by this Resolution are as follows:
USE SOURCE
OF FUNDS OF FUNDS
Increase (Decrease) Revenue
101-1502-3607701-00000 Federal Grant - Capital - Fire 212,150$
Increase Expenditures
101-1502-4900111-00000 Personnel 70,010$
101-1502-7500002-00000 Equipment 142,140$
Total 212,150$ 212,150$
THAT the purpose is to appropriate $212,150 in Federal Emergency Agency (FEMA) Assistance to
Firefighters Grant (AFG) for equipment and personnel for fiscal year 2023-24.
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing resolution was introduced at a regular meeting of the City
Council of the City of Redding on the 5th day of September, 2023, and was duly adopted at said
meeting by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
MICHAEL DACQUISTO, Mayor
ATTEST: FORM APPROVAL:
SHARLENE TIPTON, City Clerk BARRY E. DeWALT, City Attorney
CITY OF REDDING
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Recommendation
Authorize the Redding Fire Department to apply for a grant from the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) in the amount of
1,000,000, with a 10 percent match requirement, for the replacement of parts for the Self-
Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA).
Fiscal Impact
The Redding Fire Department (RFD) is requesting $1,000,000 from the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) to purchase updated
equipment to extend the useful lives of the Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). The
grant requires a 10 percent match of $100,000. Staff will return to the City Council (Council) for
grant acceptance if it is received and appropriation of the $100,000.
Alternative Action
The City Council could choose not to authorize the Fire Department to apply for grant funding to
replace the SCBA; however, the SCBA would still need to be replaced.
Background/Analysis
The AFG is a federal program that aims to meet the needs of firefighting, emergency response,
and nonaffiliated emergency medical service organizations by providing funding. The funding
provided through the grant is focused on firefighter health and safety, as well as the safety of the
public the firefighters serve.
MEETING DATE: February 7, 2023
ITEM NO. 4.8(a)
FROM:
APPROVED BY***
jvanlandingham@cityofredding.org btippin@cityofredding.org
SUBJECT: 4.8(a)--Authorize Application for Assistance to Firefighters Grant.
Jerrod Vanlandingham, Fire
Chief
Report to Redding City Council January 31, 2023
Re: 4.8(a)--Authorize Application for Assistance to Firefighters Grant Page 2
A SCBA is a device that typically consists of a facemask with a hose that connects to an air
source and is worn to provide breathable air while the wearer is in an atmosphere that is
immediately dangerous to life and health. These devices protect firefighters when they enter into
spaces where the air is a danger to their survival.
RFD received funding from the AFG in 2013 to purchase its current SCBA, and the department
currently has 100 to 110 of these devices on hand. National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA)
standards require that pieces of the SCBA be replaced every ten years or after two NFPA
revision cycles, which take approximately two years to complete. In this case, RFD will meet the
10-year requirement for parts of the apparatus, specifically the facemasks and hoses, that were
previously acquired. While RFD's current SCBA have met the department's needs over the last
ten years, ensuring the department has reliable, clean, breathable air for firefighters to safely
carry out their mission for the next ten years is critical. If awarded, the grant would be able to
assist in providing parts for approximately 100 SCBA that would extend the useful lives of the
apparatus.
Environmental Review
This is not a project defined under the California Environmental Quality Act, and no further
action is required.
Council Priority/City Manager Goals
Public Safety – "Work to improve all aspects of public safety to help people feel
secure and safe where they live, work, and play in the City of Redding."
Budget and Financial Management – "Achieve balanced and stable 10—year
Financial Plans for all funds."
Award Letter
U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Washington, D.C. 20472
Effective date: 08/02/2023
Tammy Mann
CITY OF REDDING
PO BOX 496071
REDDING, CA 96049
EMW-2022-FG-03871
Dear Tammy Mann,
Congratulations on behalf of the Department of Homeland Security. Your application
submitted for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Grant
funding opportunity has been approved in the amount of $212,148.32 in Federal
funding. As a condition of this grant, you are required to contribute non-Federal funds
equal to or greater than 10.0% of the Federal funds awarded, or $21,214.84 for a total
approved budget of $233,363.16. Please see the FY 2022 AFG Notice of Funding
Opportunity for information on how to meet this cost share requirement.
Before you request and receive any of the Federal funds awarded to you, you must establish
acceptance of the award through the FEMA Grants Outcomes (FEMA GO) system. By accepting
this award, you acknowledge that the terms of the following documents are incorporated into the
terms of your award:
Summary Award Memo - included in this document
Agreement Articles - included in this document
Obligating Document - included in this document
2022 AFG Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) - incorporated by reference
Please make sure you read, understand, and maintain a copy of these documents in your official file
for this award.
Sincerely,
PAMELA WILLIAMS
Assistant Administrator, Grant Programs
Summary Award Memo
Program: Fiscal Year 2022 Assistance to Firefighters Grant
Recipient: CITY OF REDDING
UEI-EFT: XL3JUNNVFLL9
DUNS number: 933622800
Award number: EMW-2022-FG-03871
Summary description of award
The purpose of the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program is to protect the health and safety of
the public and firefighting personnel against fire and fire-related hazards. After careful
consideration, FEMA has determined that the recipient's project or projects submitted as part of the
recipient's application and detailed in the project narrative as well as the request details section of
the application - including budget information - was consistent with the Assistance to Firefighters
Grant Program's purpose and was worthy of award.
Except as otherwise approved as noted in this award, the information you provided in your
application for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Assistance to Firefighters Grants funding is incorporated into
the terms and conditions of this award. This includes any documents submitted as part of the
application.
Amount awarded table
The amount of the award is detailed in the attached Obligating Document for Award.
The following are the budgeted estimates for object classes for this award (including Federal share
plus your cost share, if applicable):
Approved scope of work
After review of your application, FEMA has approved the below scope of work. Justifications are
provided for any differences between the scope of work in the original application and the approved
scope of work under this award. You must submit scope or budget revision requests for FEMA's
prior approval, via an amendment request, as appropriate per 2 C.F.R. § 200.308 and the FY2022
AFG NOFO.
Approved request details:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Object Class Total
Personnel $76,358.16
Fringe benefits $0.00
Travel $0.00
Equipment $157,005.00
Supplies $0.00
Contractual $0.00
Construction $0.00
Other $0.00
Indirect charges $0.00
Federal $212,148.32
Non-federal $21,214.84
Total $233,363.16
Program Income $0.00
Additional funding
DESCRIPTION
RIT Pak III - Scott Fast Attack, Medium, 4500psi and carbon cylinder fir RIT Fast Attack with
30 Minutes 90 Deg. Valve, 4500psi
QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL BUDGET
CLASS
EquipmentCost 1 4 $3,866.00 $15,464.00
CHANGE FROM APPLICATION
JUSTIFICATION
Additional funding
DESCRIPTION
Fit Testing - 1x 8048-T PortaCount Model 8048-T; w/tablet. Respirator Fit Tester. Includes
Carry Case; AC adaptor with universal plug set;8026 Particle Generator; Alcohol Cartridge;
Alcohol Fill Capsule; Storage Cap; 2 x zero check Filters, 3/16" and 1/4" Hose adapters; 2 x
spare alcohol wicks; 100 Sampling Probes; 100 lock washers; probe insertion tool; Neck
Strap; 8016 Alcohol Supply containing (16) 30 ml bottles of reagent grade isopropyl; pro fit
ultra test software; Microsoft surface go tablet; Wi-Fi USB adapter; USB-A & USB-C Cable; 2
year warranty, Fit test adapter Kit - Scott full face
QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL BUDGET
CLASS
EquipmentCost 1 1 $12,975.00 $12,975.00
CHANGE FROM APPLICATION
Unit price from $17,690.89 to $12,975.00
JUSTIFICATION
This reduction is because the cost you requested for FIT tester exceeds the average price
range calculated from market research and prior awards for the same item.
Additional funding
DESCRIPTION
Air Compressor - 1x Unicus 4S/18H-E3 Working pressure 6,000 ps. Charging rate: 18
SCFM. Horsepower: 15 three phase. Includes Electronic Co Monitor and 1 x Panel Mounted
Remote Fill Hose Connection.
QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL BUDGET
CLASS
EquipmentCost 1 1 $75,000.00 $75,000.00
CHANGE FROM APPLICATION
Description changed
Unit price from $80,783.11 to $75,000.00
JUSTIFICATION
This reduction is because the cost you requested for compressor exceeds the average price
range calculated from market research and prior awards for the same item.
SCBA: SCBA Unit includes: Harness/Backpack, Face Piece and 2
cylinders
DESCRIPTION
SCBA System. 4500psi, CGA, Fixed Rescue Belt, UEBSS, PASS w/Pak-Tracker. System
includes: SCBA + (1) Cylinder, Facepiece, Epic Voice Amp. Plus, Carbon Cylinder. 45
minutes, 4500psi, with CGA valve.
QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL BUDGET
CLASS
EquipmentCost 1 0 $0.00 $0.00
CHANGE FROM APPLICATION
Quantity from 90 to 0
Unit price from $7,412.00 to $0.00
JUSTIFICATION
This reduction is due to the relative prioritization of one or more of your items or projects.
Additional funding
DESCRIPTION
Requesting additional funding for training on new SCBA/RIT paks/Fit testing
equipment/compressor for all hourly/shift firefighters backfill/OT. The cost would be 24 hours
of time per shift employee at time and one half. Hourly rates are based CalOES 2022 Salary
Survey. 3 Battalion Chiefs - $56.28p/h; 30 Captains - $45.58p/h; 27 Engineers -$36.07p/h;
27 Firefighters $24.87p/h. Total of 2,088 hours of training time at an average cost of $36.57.
This additional funding will ensure all equipment is properly used and fully enhance the safety
and well-being of Redding firefighters.
QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL BUDGET
CLASS
PersonnelCost 1 2,088 $36.57 $76,358.16
CHANGE FROM APPLICATION
Description changed
JUSTIFICATION
The award reflects a change in a line-item description to clarify that personnel costs are
backfill and overtime (not salaries or benefits including fringe).
SCBA: SCBA Unit includes: Harness/Backpack, Face Piece and 2
cylinders
DESCRIPTION
SCBA System. 4500psi, CGA, Fixed Rescue Belt, UEBSS, PASS w/Pak-Tracker. System
includes: SCBA + (1) Cylinder, Facepiece, Epic Voice Amp. Plus, Carbon Cylinder. 45
minutes, 4500psi, with CGA valve.
QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL BUDGET
CLASS
EquipmentCost 1 5 $7,412.00 $37,060.00
Additional funding
DESCRIPTION
Rit Paks - 3 x Scott 200954-12 RIT-PAK III 4500 psi, 6' EBSS Hose, 5' RIC Hose, RIT
Facepiece, RECTUS Connection, EZ Flo Regulator w/shoulder strap, Large Bag, Carbon
Cylinder for RIT III 60 Minutes, 4500psi, with CGA valve
QUANTITY UNIT PRICE TOTAL BUDGET
CLASS
EquipmentCost 1 3 $5,502.00 $16,506.00
CHANGE FROM APPLICATION
JUSTIFICATION
Agreement Articles
Program: Fiscal Year 2022 Assistance to Firefighters Grant
Recipient: CITY OF REDDING
UEI-EFT: XL3JUNNVFLL9
DUNS number: 933622800
Award number: EMW-2022-FG-03871
Table of contents
Article
1
Assurances, Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, Representations and
Certifications
Article
2
General Acknowledgements and Assurances
Article
3
Acknowledgement of Federal Funding from DHS
Article
4
Activities Conducted Abroad
Article
5
Age Discrimination Act of 1975
Article
6
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
Article
7
Best Practices for Collection and Use of Personally Identifiable Information
Article
8
Civil Rights Act of 1964 – Title VI
Article
9
Civil Rights Act of 1968
Article
10
Copyright
Article
11
Debarment and Suspension
Article
12
Drug-Free Workplace Regulations
Article
13
Duplication of Benefits
Article
14
Education Amendments of 1972 (Equal Opportunity in Education Act) – Title IX
Article
15
E.O. 14074 – Advancing Effective, Accountable Policing and Criminal Justice
Practices to Enhance Public Trust and Public Safety
Article
16
Energy Policy and Conservation Act
Article
17
False Claims Act and Program Fraud Civil Remedies
Article
18
Federal Debt Status
Article
19
Federal Leadership on Reducing Text Messaging while Driving
Article
20
Fly America Act of 1974
Article
21
Hotel and Motel Fire Safety Act of 1990
Article
22
John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act of Fiscal Year 2019
Article
23
Limited English Proficiency (Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VI)
Article
24
Lobbying Prohibitions
Article
25
National Environmental Policy Act
Article
26
Nondiscrimination in Matters Pertaining to Faith-Based Organizations
Article
27
Non-Supplanting Requirement
Article
28
Notice of Funding Opportunity Requirements
Article
29
Patents and Intellectual Property Rights
Article
30
Procurement of Recovered Materials
Article
31
Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Article
32
Reporting of Matters Related to Recipient Integrity and Performance
Article
33
Reporting Subawards and Executive Compensation
Article
34
Required Use of American Iron, Steel, Manufactured Products, and Construction
Materials
Article
35
SAFECOM
Article
36
Terrorist Financing
Article
37
Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (TVPA)
Article
38
Universal Identifier and System of Award Management
Article
39
USA PATRIOT Act of 2001
Article
40
Use of DHS Seal, Logo and Flags
Article
41
Whistleblower Protection Act
Article
42
Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) Review
Article
43
Applicability of DHS Standard Terms and Conditions to Tribes
Article
44
Acceptance of Post Award Changes
Article
45
Disposition of Equipment Acquired Under the Federal Award
Article
46
Prior Approval for Modification of Approved Budget
Article
47
Indirect Cost Rate
Article
48
Award Performance Goals
Article
49
EHP Compliance Review Required
Article 1 Assurances, Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles,
Representations and Certifications
I. DHS financial assistance recipients must complete either the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) Standard Form 424B Assurances – Non-
Construction Programs, or OMB Standard Form 424D Assurances –
Construction Programs, as applicable. Certain assurances in these documents
may not be applicable to your program, and the DHS financial assistance office
(DHS FAO) may require applicants to certify additional assurances. Applicants
are required to fill out the assurances as instructed by the awarding agency. II.
DHS financial assistance recipients are required to follow the applicable
provisions of the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and
Audit Requirements for Federal Awards located at Title 2, Code of Federal
Regulations (C.F.R.) Part 200 and adopted by DHS at 2 C.F.R.Part 3002. III.
By accepting this agreement, recipients, and their executives, as defined in 2
C.F.R. § 170.315, certify that their policies are in accordance with OMB’s
guidance located at 2 C.F.R. Part 200, all applicable federal laws, and relevant
Executive guidance.
Article 2 General Acknowledgements and Assurances
All recipients, subrecipients, successors, transferees, and assignees must
acknowledge and agree to comply with applicable provisions governing DHS
access to records, accounts, documents, information, facilities, and staff. I.
Recipients must cooperate with any DHS compliance reviews or compliance
investigations conducted by DHS. II. Recipients must give DHS access to
examine and copy records, accounts, and other documents and sources of
information related to the federal financial assistance award and permit access
to facilities or personnel. III. Recipients must submit timely, complete, and
accurate reports to the appropriate DHS officials and maintain appropriate
backup documentation to support the reports. IV. Recipients must comply with
all other special reporting, data collection, and evaluation requirements, as
prescribed by law, or detailed in program guidance. V. Recipients (as defined
in 2 C.F.R. Part 200 and including recipients acting as pass-through entities) of
federal financial assistance from DHS or one of its awarding component
agencies must complete the DHS Civil Rights Evaluation Tool within thirty (30)
days of receipt of the Notice of Award for the first award under which this term
applies. Recipients of multiple awards of DHS financial assistance should only
submit one completed tool for their organization, not per award. After the initial
submission, recipients are required to complete the tool once every two (2)
years if they have an active award, not every time an award is made.
Recipients should submit the completed tool, including supporting materials, to
CivilRightsEvaluation@hq.dhs.gov. This tool clarifies the civil rights obligations
and related reporting requirements contained in the DHS Standard Terms and
Conditions. Subrecipients are not required to complete and submit this tool to
DHS. The evaluation tool can be found at https://www.dhs.gov/publication/dhs-
civil-rights-evaluation-tool. DHS Civil Rights Evaluation Tool | Homeland
Security. The DHS Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties will consider, in its
discretion, granting an extension if the recipient identifies steps and a timeline
for completing the tool. Recipients should request extensions by emailing the
request to CivilRightsEvaluation@hq.dhs.gov prior to expiration of the 30-day
deadline.
Article 3 Acknowledgement of Federal Funding from DHS
Recipients must acknowledge their use of federal funding when issuing
statements, press releases, requests for proposal, bid invitations, and other
documents describing projects or programs funded in whole or in part with
federal funds.
Article 4 Activities Conducted Abroad
Recipients must ensure that project activities performed outside the United
States are coordinated as necessary with appropriate government authorities
and that appropriate licenses, permits, or approvals are obtained.
Article 5 Age Discrimination Act of 1975
Recipients must comply with the requirements of the Age Discrimination Act of
1975, Public Law 94-135 (1975) (codified as amended at Title 42, U.S. Code,
§ 6101 et seq.), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age in any
program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.
Article 6 Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
Recipients must comply with the requirements of Titles I, II, and III of the
Americans with Disabilities Act, Pub. L. 101-336 (1990) (codified as amended
at 42 U.S.C. §§ 12101– 12213), which prohibits recipients from discriminating
on the basis of disability in the operation of public entities, public and private
transportation systems, places of public accommodation, and certain testing
entities.
Article 7 Best Practices for Collection and Use of Personally Identifiable
Information
Recipients who collect personally identifiable information (PII) are required to
have a publicly available privacy policy that describes standards on the usage
and maintenance of the PII they collect. DHS defines PII as any information
that permits the identity of an individual to be directly or indirectly inferred,
including any information that is linked or linkable to that individual. Recipients
may also find the DHS Privacy Impact Assessments: Privacy Guidance and
Privacy Template as useful resources respectively.
Article 8 Civil Rights Act of 1964 – Title VI
Recipients must comply with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act
of 1964 (codified as amended at 42 U.S.C. § 2000d et seq.), which provides
that no person in the United States will, on the grounds of race, color, or
national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or
be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal
financial assistance. DHS implementing regulations for the Act are found at 6
C.F.R. Part 21 and 44 C.F.R. Part 7.
Article 9 Civil Rights Act of 1968
Recipients must comply with Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, Pub. L.
90-284, as amended through Pub. L. 113-4, which prohibits recipients from
discriminating in the sale, rental, financing, and advertising of dwellings, or in
the provision of services in connection therewith, on the basis of race, color,
national origin, religion, disability, familial status, and sex (see 42 U.S.C. §
3601 et seq.), as implemented by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development at 24 C.F.R. Part 100. The prohibition on disability discrimination
includes the requirement that new multifamily housing with four or more
dwelling units—i.e., the public and common use areas and individual
apartment units (all units in buildings with elevators and ground-floor units in
buildings without elevators)—be designed and constructed with certain
accessible features. (See 24 C.F.R. Part 100, Subpart D.)
Article 10 Copyright
Recipients must affix the applicable copyright notices of 17 U.S.C. §§ 401 or
402 and an acknowledgement of U.S. Government sponsorship (including the
award number) to any work first produced under federal financial assistance
awards.
Article 11 Debarment and Suspension
Recipients are subject to the non-procurement debarment and suspension
regulations implementing Executive Orders (E.O.) 12549 and 12689, which are
at 2 C.F.R. Part 180 as adopted by DHS at 2 C.F.R. Part 3002. These
regulations restrict federal financial assistance awards, subawards, and
contracts with certain parties that are debarred, suspended, or otherwise
excluded from or ineligible for participation in federal assistance programs or
activities.
Article 12 Drug-Free Workplace Regulations
Recipients must comply with drug-free workplace requirements in Subpart B
(or Subpart C, if the recipient is an individual) of 2 C.F.R. Part 3001, which
adopts the Government-wide implementation (2 C.F.R. Part 182) of Sec. 5152-
5158 of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 U.S.C. §§ 8101-8106).
Article 13 Duplication of Benefits
Any cost allocable to a particular federal financial assistance award provided
for in 2 C.F.R. Part 200, Subpart E may not be charged to other federal
financial assistance awards to overcome fund deficiencies; to avoid restrictions
imposed by federal statutes, regulations, or federal financial assistance award
terms and conditions; or for other reasons. However, these prohibitions would
not preclude recipients from shifting costs that are allowable under two or more
awards in accordance with existing federal statutes, regulations, or the federal
financial assistance award terms and conditions may not be charged to other
federal financial assistance awards to overcome fund deficiencies; to avoid
restrictions imposed by federal statutes, regulations, or federal financial
assistance award terms and conditions; or for other reasons.
Article 14 Education Amendments of 1972 (Equal Opportunity in Education Act) –
Title IX
Recipients must comply with the requirements of Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972, Pub. L. 92-318 (1972) (codified as amended at 20
U.S.C. § 1681 et seq.), which provide that no person in the United States will,
on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of,
or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity
receiving federal financial assistance. DHS implementing regulations are
codified at 6 C.F.R. Part 17 and 44 C.F.R. Part 19.
Article 15 E.O. 14074 – Advancing Effective, Accountable Policing and Criminal
Justice Practices to Enhance Public Trust and Public Safety
Recipient State, Tribal, local, or territorial law enforcement agencies must
comply with the requirements of section 12(c) of E.O. 14074. Recipient State,
Tribal, local, or territorial law enforcement agencies are also encouraged to
adopt and enforce policies consistent with E.O. 14074 to support safe and
effective policing.
Article 16 Energy Policy and Conservation Act
Recipients must comply with the requirements of the Energy Policy and
Conservation Act, Pub. L. 94- 163 (1975) (codified as amended at 42 U.S.C. §
6201 et seq.), which contain policies relating to energy efficiency that are
defined in the state energy conservation plan issued in compliance with this
Act.
Article 17 False Claims Act and Program Fraud Civil Remedies
Recipients must comply with the requirements of the False Claims Act, 31
U.S.C. §§3729- 3733, which prohibit the submission of false or fraudulent
claims for payment to the Federal Government. (See 31 U.S.C. §§ 3801-3812,
which details the administrative remedies for false claims and statements
made.)
Article 18 Federal Debt Status
All recipients are required to be non-delinquent in their repayment of any
federal debt. Examples of relevant debt include delinquent payroll and other
taxes, audit disallowances, and benefit overpayments. (See OMB Circular A-
129.)
Article 19 Federal Leadership on Reducing Text Messaging while Driving
Recipients are encouraged to adopt and enforce policies that ban text
messaging while driving as described in E.O. 13513, including conducting
initiatives described in Section 3(a) of the Order when on official government
business or when performing any work for or on behalf of the Federal
Government.
Article 20 Fly America Act of 1974
Recipients must comply with Preference for U.S. Flag Air Carriers (air carriers
holding certificates under 49 U.S.C.) for international air transportation of
people and property to the extent that such service is available, in accordance
with the International Air Transportation Fair Competitive Practices Act of
1974, 49 U.S.C. § 40118, and the interpretative guidelines issued by the
Comptroller General of the United States in the March 31, 1981, amendment to
Comptroller General Decision B-138942.
Article 21 Hotel and Motel Fire Safety Act of 1990
Recipients must ensure that all conference, meeting, convention, or training
space funded in whole or in part with federal funds complies with the fire
prevention and control guidelines of Section 6 of the Hotel and Motel Fire
Safety Act of 1990, 15 U.S.C. § 2225a
Article 22 John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act of Fiscal Year 2019
Recipients, subrecipients, and their contractors and subcontractors are subject
to the prohibitions described in section 889 of the John S. McCain National
Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019, Pub. L. No. 115-232 (2018)
and 2 C.F.R. §§ 200.216, 200.327, 200.471, and Appendix II to 2 C.F.R. Part
200. Beginning August 13, 2020, the statute – as it applies to DHS recipients,
subrecipients, and their contractors and subcontractors – prohibits obligating
or expending federal award funds on certain telecommunications and video
surveillance products and contracting with certain entities for national security
reasons
Article 23 Limited English Proficiency (Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VI)
Recipients must comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, (42 U.S.C.
§ 2000d et seq.) prohibition against discrimination on the basis of national
origin, which requires that recipients of federal financial assistance take
reasonable steps to provide meaningful access to persons with limited English
proficiency (LEP) to their programs and services. For additional assistance and
information regarding language access obligations, please refer to the DHS
Recipient Guidance: https://www.dhs.gov/guidance- published-help-
department- supported-organizations-provide-meaningful-access-people-
limited and additional resources on http://www.lep.gov.
Article 24 Lobbying Prohibitions
Recipients must comply with 31 U.S.C. § 1352, which provides that none of the
funds provided under a federal financial assistance award may be expended by
the recipient to pay any person to influence, or attempt to influence an officer or
employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of
Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with any
federal action related to a federal award or contract, including any extension,
continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification.
Article 25 National Environmental Policy Act
Recipients must comply with the requirements of the National Environmental
Policy Act of 1969, (NEPA) Pub. L. 91-190 (1970) (codified as amended at 42
U.S.C. § 4321 et seq. and the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ)
Regulations for Implementing the Procedural Provisions of NEPA, which
require recipients to use all practicable means within their authority, and
consistent with other essential considerations of national policy, to create and
maintain conditions under which people and nature can exist in productive
harmony and fulfill the social, economic, and other needs of present and future
generations of Americans
Article 26 Nondiscrimination in Matters Pertaining to Faith-Based Organizations
It is DHS policy to ensure the equal treatment of faith-based organizations in
social service programs administered or supported by DHS or its component
agencies, enabling those organizations to participate in providing important
social services to beneficiaries. Recipients must comply with the equal
treatment policies and requirements contained in 6 C.F.R. Part 19 and other
applicable statues, regulations, and guidance governing the participations of
faith- based organizations in individual DHS programs.
Article 27 Non-Supplanting Requirement
Recipients receiving federal financial assistance awards made under programs
that prohibit supplanting by law must ensure that federal funds do not replace
(supplant) funds that have been budgeted for the same purpose through non-
federal sources.
Article 28 Notice of Funding Opportunity Requirements
All the instructions, guidance, limitations, and other conditions set forth in the
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for this program are incorporated here
by reference in the award terms and conditions. All recipients must comply with
any such requirements set forth in the program NOFO.
Article 29 Patents and Intellectual Property Rights
Recipients are subject to the Bayh-Dole Act, 35 U.S.C. § 200 et seq, unless
otherwise provided by law. Recipients are subject to the specific requirements
governing the development, reporting, and disposition of rights to inventions
and patents resulting from federal financial assistance awards located at 37
C.F.R. Part 401 and the standard patent rights clause located at 37 C.F.R. §
401.14.
Article 30 Procurement of Recovered Materials
States, political subdivisions of states, and their contractors must comply with
Section 6002 of the Solid Waste Disposal Act, Pub. L. 89-272 (1965), (codified
as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, 42 U.S.C. §
6962.) The requirements of Section 6002 include procuring only items
designated in guidelines of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at 40
C.F.R. Part 247 that contain the highest percentage of recovered materials
practicable, consistent with maintaining a satisfactory level of competition.
Article 31 Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Recipients must comply with the requirements of Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Pub. L. 93-112 (1973), (codified as amended at 29
U.S.C. § 794,) which provides that no otherwise qualified handicapped
individuals in the United States will, solely by reason of the handicap, be
excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to
discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial
assistance.
Article 32 Reporting of Matters Related to Recipient Integrity and Performance
General Reporting Requirements: If the total value of any currently active
grants, cooperative agreements, and procurement contracts from all federal
awarding agencies exceeds $10,000,000 for any period of time during the
period of performance of this federal award, then the recipients must comply
with the requirements set forth in the government-wide Award Term and
Condition for Recipient Integrity and Performance Matters located at 2 C.F.R.
Part 200, Appendix XII, the full text of which is incorporated here by reference
in the award terms and conditions.
Article 33 Reporting Subawards and Executive Compensation
Reporting of first tier subawards. Recipients are required to comply with the
requirements set forth in the government-wide award term on Reporting
Subawards and Executive Compensation located at 2 C.F.R. Part 170,
Appendix A, the full text of which is incorporated here by reference in the award
terms and conditions.
Article 34 Required Use of American Iron, Steel, Manufactured Products, and
Construction Materials
Recipients must comply with the “Build America, Buy America” provisions of
the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and E.O. 14005. Recipients of an
award of Federal financial assistance from a program for infrastructure are
hereby notified that none of the funds provided under this award may be used
for a project for infrastructure unless: (1) all iron and steel used in the project
are produced in the United States--this means all manufacturing processes,
from the initial melting stage through the application of coatings, occurred in
the United States; (2) all manufactured products used in the project are
produced in the United States—this means the manufactured product was
manufactured in the United States; and the cost of the components of the
manufactured product that are mined, produced, or manufactured in the United
States is greater than 55 percent of the total cost of all components of the
manufactured product, unless another standard for determining the minimum
amount of domestic content of the manufactured product has been established
under applicable law or regulation; and (3) all construction materials are
manufactured in the United States—this means that all manufacturing
processes for the construction material occurred in the United States. The Buy
America preference only applies to articles, materials, and supplies that are
consumed in, incorporated into, or affixed to an infrastructure project. As such,
it does not apply to tools, equipment, and supplies, such as temporary
scaffolding, brought to the construction site and removed at or before the
completion of the infrastructure project. Nor does a Buy America preference
apply to equipment and furnishings, such as movable chairs, desks, and
portable computer equipment, that are used at or within the finished
infrastructure project but are not an integral part of the structure or permanently
affixed to the infrastructure project. Waivers When necessary, recipients may
apply for, and the agency may grant, a waiver from these requirements.
Information on the process for requesting a waiver from these requirements is
on the website below. (a) When the federal agency has made a determination
that one of the following exceptions applies, the awarding official may waive the
application of the domestic content procurement preference in any case in
which the agency determines that: (1) applying the domestic content
procurement preference would be inconsistent with the public interest; (2) the
types of iron, steel, manufactured products, or construction materials are not
produced in the United States in sufficient and reasonably available quantities
or of a satisfactory quality; or (3) the inclusion of iron, steel, manufactured
products, or construction materials produced in the United States will increase
the cost of the overall project by more than 25 percent. A request to waive the
application of the domestic content procurement preference must be in writing.
The agency will provide instructions on the format, contents, and supporting
materials required for any waiver request. Waiver requests are subject to
public comment periods of no less than 15 days and must be reviewed by the
Made in America Office. There may be instances where an award qualifies, in
whole or in part, for an existing waiver described at “Buy America” Preference
in FEMA Financial Assistance Programs for Infrastructure | FEMA.gov. The
awarding Component may provide specific instructions to Recipients of awards
from infrastructure programs that are subject to the “Build America, Buy
America” provisions. Recipients should refer to the Notice of Funding
Opportunity for further information on the Buy America preference and waiver
process.
Article 35 SAFECOM
Recipients receiving federal financial assistance awards made under programs
that provide emergency communication equipment and its related activities
must comply with the SAFECOM Guidance for Emergency Communication
Grants, including provisions on technical standards that ensure and enhance
interoperable communications.
Article 36 Terrorist Financing
Recipients must comply with E.O. 13224 and U.S. laws that prohibit
transactions with, and the provisions of resources and support to, individuals
and organizations associated with terrorism. Recipients are legally responsible
to ensure compliance with the Order and laws.
Article 37 Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (TVPA)
Trafficking in Persons. Recipients must comply with the requirements of the
government-wide financial assistance award term which implements Section
106 (g) of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act of 2000 (TVPA), codified as
amended at 22 U.S.C. § 7104. The award term is located at 2 C.F.R. § 175.15,
the full text of which is incorporated here by reference.
Article 38 Universal Identifier and System of Award Management
Requirements for System for Award Management and Unique Entity Identifier
Recipients are required to comply with the requirements set forth in the
government-wide financial assistance award term regarding the System for
Award Management and Universal Identifier Requirements located at 2 C.F.R.
Part 25, Appendix A, the full text of which is incorporated here by reference.
Article 39 USA PATRIOT Act of 2001
Recipients must comply with requirements of Section 817 of the Uniting and
Strengthening America by Providing Appropriate Tools Required to Intercept
and Obstruct Terrorism Act of 2001 (USA PATRIOT Act), which amends 18
U.S.C. §§ 175–175c.
Article 40 Use of DHS Seal, Logo and Flags
Recipients must obtain permission from their DHS FAO prior to using the DHS
seal(s), logos, crests or reproductions of flags or likenesses of DHS agency
officials, including use of the United States Coast Guard seal, logo, crests or
reproductions of flags or likenesses of Coast Guard officials.
Article 41 Whistleblower Protection Act
Recipients must comply with the statutory requirements for whistleblower
protections (if applicable) at 10 U.S.C § 2409, 41 U.S.C. § 4712, and 10 U.S.C.
§ 2324, 41 U.S.C. §§ 4304 and 4310.
Article 42 Environmental Planning and Historic Preservation (EHP) Review
DHS/FEMA funded activities that may require an Environmental Planning and
Historic Preservation (EHP) review are subject to the FEMA EHP review
process. This review does not address all federal, state, and local
requirements. Acceptance of federal funding requires the recipient to comply
with all federal, state and local laws. DHS/FEMA is required to consider the
potential impacts to natural and cultural resources of all projects funded by
DHS/FEMA grant funds, through its EHP review process, as mandated by: the
National Environmental Policy Act; National Historic Preservation Act of 1966,
as amended; National Flood Insurance Program regulations; and any other
applicable laws and executive orders. General guidance for FEMA’s EHP
process is available on the DHS/FEMA Website. Specific applicant guidance
on how to submit information for EHP review depends on the individual grant
program and applicants should contact their grant Program Officer to be put
into contact with EHP staff responsible for assisting their specific grant
program. The EHP review process must be completed before funds are
released to carry out the proposed project; otherwise, DHS/FEMA may not be
able to fund the project due to noncompliance with EHP laws, executive orders,
regulations, and policies. If ground disturbing activities occur during
construction, applicant will monitor ground disturbance, and if any potential
archaeological resources are discovered the applicant will immediately cease
work in that area and notify the pass-through entity, if applicable, and
DHS/FEMA.
Article 43 Applicability of DHS Standard Terms and Conditions to Tribes
The DHS Standard Terms and Conditions are a restatement of general
requirements imposed upon recipients and flow down to sub-recipients as a
matter of law, regulation, or executive order. If the requirement does not apply
to Indian tribes or there is a federal law or regulation exempting its application
to Indian tribes, then the acceptance by Tribes of, or acquiescence to, DHS
Standard Terms and Conditions does not change or alter its inapplicability to
an Indian tribe. The execution of grant documents is not intended to change,
alter, amend, or impose additional liability or responsibility upon the Tribe
where it does not already exist.
Article 44 Acceptance of Post Award Changes
In the event FEMA determines that changes are necessary to the award
document after an award has been made, including changes to period of
performance or terms and conditions, recipients will be notified of the changes
in writing. Once notification has been made, any subsequent request for funds
will indicate recipient acceptance of the changes to the award. Please call the
FEMA/ GMD Call Center at (866) 927-5646 or via e-mail to: ASK-
GMD@fema.dhs.gov if you have any questions.
Article 45 Disposition of Equipment Acquired Under the Federal Award
For purposes of original or replacement equipment acquired under this award
by a non-state recipient or non-state sub-recipients, when that equipment is no
longer needed for the original project or program or for other activities currently
or previously supported by a federal awarding agency, you must request
instructions from FEMA to make proper disposition of the equipment pursuant
to 2 C.F.R. section 200.313. State recipients and state sub-recipients must
follow the disposition requirements in accordance with state laws and
procedures.
Article 46 Prior Approval for Modification of Approved Budget
Before making any change to the FEMA approved budget for this award, you
must request prior written approval from FEMA where required by 2 C.F.R.
section 200.308. For purposes of non-construction projects, FEMA is utilizing
its discretion to impose an additional restriction under 2 C.F.R. section
200.308(f) regarding the transfer of funds among direct cost categories,
programs, functions, or activities. Therefore, for awards with an approved
budget where the federal share is greater than the simplified acquisition
threshold (currently $250,000), you may not transfer funds among direct cost
categories, programs, functions, or activities without prior written approval from
FEMA where the cumulative amount of such transfers exceeds or is expected
to exceed ten percent (10%) of the total budget FEMA last approved. For
purposes of awards that support both construction and non-construction work,
FEMA is utilizing its discretion under 2 C.F.R. section 200.308(h)(5) to require
the recipient to obtain prior written approval from FEMA before making any
fund or budget transfers between the two types of work. You must report any
deviations from your FEMA approved budget in the first Federal Financial
Report (SF-425) you submit following any budget deviation, regardless of
whether the budget deviation requires prior written approval.
Article 47 Indirect Cost Rate
2 C.F.R. section 200.211(b)(15) requires the terms of the award to include the
indirect cost rate for the federal award. If applicable, the indirect cost rate for
this award is stated in the budget documents or other materials approved by
FEMA and included in the award file.
Article 48 Award Performance Goals
FEMA will measure the recipient’s performance of the grant by comparing the
number of items requested in its application, the numbers acquired (ordered,
paid, and received) within the period of performance. In order to measure
performance, FEMA may request information throughout the period of
performance. In its final performance report submitted at closeout, the recipient
is required to report on the recipients compliance with the applicable industry,
local, state and national standards described in the NOFO.
Article 49 EHP Compliance Review Required
Under the Modification to a Facility, Equipment, or a component in the
Wellness and Fitness Activity, this award includes work, such as ground
disturbance, that triggers an EHP compliance review. The recipient is
prohibited from committing, obligating, expending, or drawing down FY22
Assistance to Firefighters Grant funds in support of the Modification to Facility,
Equipment or a component in the Wellness and Fitness Activity that requires
the EHP compliance review, with a limited exception for any approved costs
associated with the preparation, conducting, and completion of required EHP
reviews. See the FY22 Assistance to Firefighters Grant NOFO for further
information on EHP requirements and other applicable program guidance,
including FEMA Information Bulletin No. 404. The recipient is required to obtain
the required DHS/FEMA EHP compliance approval for this project pursuant to
the FY22 Assistance to Firefighters Grant NOFO prior to commencing work for
this project. DHS/FEMA will notify you when the EHP compliance review is
complete, and work may begin. If the recipient requests a payment for one of
the activities requiring EHP compliance review, FEMA may not make a
payment for that work while the EHP compliance review is still pending. If
FEMA discovers that work has been commenced under one of those activities
prematurely, FEMA may disallow costs incurred prior to completion of the EHP
compliance review and the receipt of DHS/FEMA approval to begin the work.
Please contact your DHS/FEMA AFG Help Desk at 1-866-274-0960 or
FireGrants@fema.dhs.gov to receive specific guidance regarding EHP
compliance. If you have questions about this term and condition or believe it
was placed in error, please contact the relevant Preparedness Officer.
Obligating document
1. Agreement
No.
EMW-2022-FG-
03871
2. Amendment
No.
N/A
3. Recipient
No.
946000401
4. Type of
Action
AWARD
5. Control No.
WX01191N2023T
6. Recipient Name and
Address
CITY OF REDDING
777 CYPRESS AVE
REDDING, CA 96001
7. Issuing FEMA Office and
Address
Grant Programs Directorate
500 C Street, S.W.
Washington DC, 20528-7000
1-866-927-5646
8. Payment Office and
Address
FEMA, Financial Services
Branch
500 C Street, S.W., Room
723
Washington DC, 20742
9. Name of Recipient
Project Officer
Tammy Mann
9a. Phone
No.
5302254311
10. Name of FEMA Project
Coordinator
Assistance to Firefighters
Grant Program
10a. Phone
No.
1-866-274-
0960
11. Effective Date of
This Action
08/02/2023
12. Method of
Payment
OTHER - FEMA
GO
13. Assistance
Arrangement
COST SHARING
14. Performance
Period
08/09/2023 to
08/08/2025
Budget Period
08/09/2023 to
08/08/2025
15. Description of Action a. (Indicate funding data for awards or financial
changes)
Program
Name
Abbreviation
Assistance
Listings
No.
Accounting
Data(ACCS
Code)
Prior
Total
Award
Amount
Awarded
This Action
+ or (-)
Current
Total
Award
Cumulative
Non-Federal
Commitment
AFG 97.044
2023-F2-
GB01 -
P410-xxxx-
4101-D
$0.00 $212,148.32 $212,148.32 $21,214.84
Totals $0.00 $212,148.32 $212,148.32 $21,214.84
b. To describe changes other than funding data or financial changes, attach
schedule and check here:
N/A
16.FOR NON-DISASTER PROGRAMS: RECIPIENT IS REQUIRED TO SIGN AND
RETURN THREE (3) COPIES OF THIS DOCUMENT TO FEMA (See Block 7 for
address)
This field is not applicable for digitally signed grant agreements
17. RECIPIENT SIGNATORY OFFICIAL (Name and Title)DATE
18. FEMA SIGNATORY OFFICIAL (Name and Title)
PAMELA WILLIAMS, Assistant Administrator, Grant Programs
DATE
08/02/2023