HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 4969-08-2018 A Resolution
NO. 4969-08-2018
AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR AND ACCEPTANCE OF
FISCAL YEAR 2018 HOMELAND SECURITY GRANT FROM
THE STATE OF TEXAS, OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
WHEREAS, the City Council finds it in the best interest of the citizens of the City
of Fort Worth that the following projects (collectively, the "Projects") be operated:
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 2981304 — Critical Infrastructure/Key
Resource Project in the amount of $219,000;
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 2981404 — JEOC Sustainment Project in
the amount of $247,000;
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 2981504 — Fire Enhancement Project in
the amount of $465,000;
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 2981804 — Planning Project in the
amount of $782,342;
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 2982004 — Management and
Administration in the amount $145,310; and
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 3419802 — Interdiction and Disruption
Project in the amount of $726,550;
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 3687301 — Communications
Enhancement Project in the amount of $221,000;
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 3698701 — Cybersecurity Project in the
amount of $100,000;
WHEREAS, the City Council agrees that in the event of loss or misuse of the Office
of the Governor funds, the City Council assures that such funds will be returned to the
Office of the Governor in full; and
WHEREAS, the City Council designates any Assistant City Manager as the grantee's
authorized official. The authorized official is given the power to apply for, accept, reject,
alter or terminate the grant on behalf of the applicant agency;
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Resolution No.4969-08-2018
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FORT WORTH, TEXAS:
THAT the City Council of the City of Fort Worth approves submission of the grant
application for the Projects specified in the Recitals above to the Office of the Governor.
Adopted this 21st day of August, 2018.
ATTEST:
By: - --- — -- — ------
Mary J.J. Kaye , City Secretary FOR
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Grant Numbers: _
2981304
2981404
2981504
2981804
2982004
3419802
3687301
3698701
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
COUNCIL ACTION: Approved on 8/21/2018 - Ordinance No. 23326-08-2048 & Resolution
No. 4969-08-2018
DATE: Tuesday, August 21, 2018 REFERENCE NO.: **G-19347
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SUBJECT:
Authorize Application For and, If Awarded, Acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2018 Homeland Security Grant
from the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Up to the Amount of$2,906,202.00, Approve Execution of
All Applicable Grant Contracts, Adopt Resolution and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance (ALL COUNCIL
DISTRICTS)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager to submit the Fiscal Year 2018 Homeland Security Grant Program
Application and, if awarded, accept an award for an amount up to $2,906,202 in Fiscal Year 2018
Homeland Security Grant Program Funds (Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance No. 97.067) from the
State of Texas, Office of the Governor, for the following projects:
1. Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 2981304 - Critical Infrastructure/Key Resources Project
Enhancement in the amount of$219,000;
2. Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 2981404 - JEOC Sustainment Project in the amount of
$247,000;
3. Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 2981504 - Fire Enhancement Project in the amount of
$465,000;
4. Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 2981804 - Planning Project in the amount of
$782,342;
5. Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 2982004 - Management and Administration in the
amount of
$145,310;
6. Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 3419802 - Interdiction and Disruption Project in the
amount of
$726,550;
7. Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 3687301 - Communications Enhancement Project in the
amount of
$221,000;
8. Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 3698701 - Cybersecurity Project in the amount of
$100,000;
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all applicable grant contracts;
3. Adopt attached resolution for acceptance of grant funds in an amount up to $2,906,202 and to make
assurances as required by the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Homeland Security Grants Division;
and
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4. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the
Grants Operating Federal Fund up to the amount of$2,906,202, subject to receipt of the award.
DISCUSSION:
The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through the State of Texas, Office of the
Governor, awards grants to jurisdictions across the state to enhance local capabilities to prevent, respond
to and recover from acts of terrorism and natural disasters. The Homeland Security Grant Program
(HSGP) encourages jurisdictions to strengthen local and regional preparedness efforts and to seek
benefits available through cooperative action.
Funding awarded as part of the 2018 Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) and HSGP will be used by Fort
Worth public safety and disaster support organizations to maintain and improve the community's capacity
to prepare for, prevent and respond to terrorism incidents and other natural disasters. Fort Worth has
been offered the opportunity to participate in the HSGP State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) and
UASI program each year since 2005, receiving over$47,000,000.00 in grant funds to supplement local
and regional preparedness efforts. The Office of Emergency Management coordinates with City
departments in the development and implementation of grant funded projects in the areas of threat
assessment, risk reduction, capability sustainment, plan development, public education and training.
Indirect costs are allowable under this program as described in 2 C.F.R. 200.414 and have been
requested.
The grant has no local match requirement.
This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher education:
Office of the Governor (State of Texas).
FISCAL INFORMATION /CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations, receipt of the grant,
and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinance, funds will be available in the current operating
budget, as appropriated, of the Grants Operating Federal Fund. Funds will be reimbursed by grantor after
expenditures are made. Specific account, project and activity identifiers will be created upon receipt of
grant funds.
The Fire Department will be responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City. Prior to
expenditures being made, the Fire Department has the responsibility to validate the availability of funds.
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CERTIFICATIONS:
Submitted for City Manager's Office by: Valerie Washington (6199)
Originating Department Head: Kenneth Stevens (6849)
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Additional Information Contact: Maribel Martinez (6173)
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