HomeMy WebLinkAbout(0021) M&C 19-0131City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 09/10/19 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 19-0131
LOG NAME: 362017HSGP.GAN1
SUBJECT
Authorize Acceptance of an Additional Award in the Amount of $139,509.95 in Fiscal Year 2017 Homeland Security Grant Program Funds from
the United States Department of Homeland Security through the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Authorize Execution of Related Documents,
and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance (ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the acceptance of an additional award in the amount of $139,509.95 in Fiscal Year 2017 Homeland Security Grant Funds from the
United States Department of Homeland Security through the State of Texas, Office of the Governor;
2. Authorize the execution of all related documents to effect the acceptance of the grant award; and
3. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Federal Fund in the
amount of $139,509.95, subject to receipt of the additional award.
DISCUSSION:
On November 7, 2017, the City Council authorized the acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2017 Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP)
administered by the State of Texas, Office of the Governor via the approval of Mayor and Council Communication (M&C G-19155). As a result, the
City of Fort Worth (City) was awarded a credit in the amount of $2,906,594.73 under the Homeland Security Grant Program - Urban Area Security
Initiative (HSGP-UASI) for the procurement of homeland security related equipment and services.
An additional award of $139,509.95 has been granted to the City from uncommitted State and Regional 2017 HSGP-UASI funds for a total award
of $3,046,104.68. The additional funding received under the 2017 HSGP-UASI program will be allocated towards the 2017 UASI - City of Fort
Worth - Direction and Control Project, in the amount of $139,509.95. This funding will be utilized to enhance the Fort Worth Emergency
Management program by procuring equipment such as portable radios, consolettes, visual equipment, public education supplies, and furniture for
the Joint Emergency Operations Center (JEOC) which will enhance coordination during Weather Watch Activations and Special Events.
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 M&C serves ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS.
A Form 1295 is not required for this contract because: This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher
education: State of Texas - Office of the Governer
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. 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.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by. Valerie Washington 6199
Originating Business Unit Head: Jim Davis 6801
Additional Information Contact: Maribel Martinez 6173