HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 5676-01-2023 A Resolution
NO. 5676-01-2023
AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR AND ACCEPTANCE OF
FISCAL YEAR 2020 HOMELAND SECURITY URBAN AREA SECURITY
INITIATIVE GRANT,REALLOCATION OF FUNDS,
FROM THE STATE OF TEXAS,
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR,PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICE
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 4688101 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting
Vehicle (ARFF) $976,835
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 4687901 Fusion Center — Special Room
Development $85,000
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 4688001 Fusion Center — Flock Safety
Cameras (20) $52,500
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 4688201 Soft Targets — Heart Monitors (5)
$150,000
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 4688301 Emerging Threats — Ballistic Vests
and Helmets (13-18) $34,657.22
• Total = $1,298,992.22
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 the City Manager, through any Assistant
City Manager, to apply for, accept, reject, alter, or terminate this grant on behalf of the
City;
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 the submission and
acceptance of the grant Projects specified in the Recitals above to the Office of the
Governor, Public Safety Office, Homeland Security Grants Division.
Adopted this loth day of January, 2023.
ATTEST: O F F •.
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By: J ette S.Goodall(Jan 11 2023 20 CST) ?O t
Jannette S. Goodall, City Secretary :'yam,
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Grant Numbers:
4688101
4687901
4688001
4688201
4688301
City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 01/10/23 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 23-0046
LOG NAME: 362020HSGP REALLOCATION
SUBJECT
(ALL) Ratify Application for and Authorize Acceptance of, if Awarded, Homeland Security Reallocation Funds from the United States Department
of Homeland Security through the State of Texas,Office of the Governor, Up to the Amount of$1,298,992.22,Approve Execution of All Applicable
Grant Contracts,Adopt Attached Resolution and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Ratify application for and authorize acceptance of,if awarded,Homeland Security Reallocation Funds from the United States Department of
Homeland Security through the State of Texas,Office of the Governor up to the amount of$1,298,992.22;
2. Approve execution of all applicable grant contracts;
3. Adopt attached resolution for acceptance of grant funds in an amount up to$1,298,992.22 and to make assurances as required by the State
of Texas,Office of the Governor, Homeland Security Grants Division;and
4. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Federal Fund, subject
to receipt of the grant, up to the amount of$1,298,992.22 for the purpose of funding the State Homeland Security Program projects specific
to the Urban Area Security Initiative.
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 2020 Funding Reallocation of the Urban Area Security Initiative(UASI)grant will be used by Fort Worth public
safety and disaster support organizations to maintain and improve the community's capacity to prepare for,prevent, respond to, and recover from
terrorism incidents and other natural disasters. Fort Worth has been offered the opportunity to participate in the HSGP each year since 2005,
receiving over$56,000,000.00 in grant funds to supplement local and regional preparedness efforts.The Fire Department's Grant Management
team 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.This award consists of unused funds from the 2020 UASI
grants that have been reallocated for additional projects.The projects are as follows:
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 4688101 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Vehicle(ARFF)$976,835.00
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 4687901 Fusion Center Special Room Development$85,000.00
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 4688001 Fusion Center Flock Safety Cameras(20)$52,500.00
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 4688201 Soft Targets—Heart Monitors(5)$150,000.00
• Urban Area Security Initiative Grant 4688301 Emerging Threats—Ballistic Vests and Helmets(13-18)$34,657.22
The grants has no local match requirement.
A Form 1295 is not required because: This contract will be with a governmental entity,state agency or public institution of higher education:State
of Texas-Office of the Governor
FISCAL INFORMATION/CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinance,funds
will be available in the current operating budget,as appropriated, in the Grants Operating Federal Fund.The Fire Department(and Financial
Management Services)will be responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City.Prior to any expenditure being incurred,the Fire
Department has the responsibility to validate the availability of funds.This is a reimbursement grant.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by: Valerie Washington 6199
Originating Business Unit Head: Jim Davis 6801