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HomeMy WebLinkAbout _ 4.8(a)--Authorize Application for Assistance for Firefighters Grant � � �' � � � � � � ' � �' � � ' � ` CITY OF REDDING REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: December 17, 2024 FROM: Jerrod Vanlandingham, Fire ITEIVI NO. 4.8(a) Chief ***APPROVED BY*** „ � � �� v,� r,�, �A�� � ��„�� �f �� �� ���� °� � � J'r r a °iz����ttt,Fire C"l� i' _ l�r'�12t}2� rS' �P�it�,C�i ��t t�, 1��'11,{'2{}? jvanlandingham@cityofredding.org btippin@cityofredding.org SUBJECT: 4.8(a)--Authorize Application for Assistance for Firefighters Grant Recommendation Authorize the City of Redding Fire Department (RFD) to submit an application to the Federal Emergency Management Agency Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program in the amount of $1,000,000, with a 10 percent match requirement, for the replacement of RFD's Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus. Fiscal Impact The City of Redding Fire Department (RFD) is proposing to apply for $1 million 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. If ativarded AFG funding, staff will return to the City Council (Council) for grant acceptance, award, allocation and identification of the 10 percent match source. Alternative Action The Council could choose not to authorize RFD to apply for grant funding to replace the SCBA; however, the SCBA would sti11 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 we11 as the safety of the public the firefighters serve. Report to Redding City Council December 12,2024 Re: 4.8(a)--Authorize Application forAssistance for 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. National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA) standards require SCBA's be replaced every 10 years or after two NFPA revision cycles. In this case, RF'D will meet the 10-year reguirement. While the current SCBA's we utilize have met our needs over the last 10 years, ensuring we have reliable, clean, breathable air to carry out our mission for the next 10 years is critical. Environmental Review This is not a project defined under the California Environmental Quality Act, and no further action is required. Council Prior�ity/City ManageN Goals • Public Safety – °Work to improve a11 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."