From
Nora Garcia, Asst. Emergency Management Coordinator
Title
Ratification of the application for the FY2017 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Grant in the amount of $31,400 and, if awarded, authorize the City Manager to accept the grant by signing the Sub-Recipient Agreement and other grant related documents from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division
Presenter
Nora Garcia, Asst. Emergency Management Coordinator
Recommend Action
Approve
Analysis
The Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is seeking ratification of the application and, if awarded, acceptance of funding for the FY2017 State Homeland Security Program (SHSP) Grant by signing the Sub-Recipient Agreement and other grant related documents from the Office of the Governor-Homeland Security Grants Division. The projects being funded through this grant program are regional projects identified by the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG). Ratification is being requested due to time constraints as it was necessary to apply as a sub-applicant of NCTCOG. However, no funds have yet been awarded.
The total grant amount for these projects is $31,400. These funds will be managed by the OEM and allocated to the Police Department to provide and/or enhance emergency response equipment.
This item is expected to be presented and passed through the Public Safety, Health on April 3, 2017 and the Finance and Government committee on April 4, 2017. If approved, the item will be then be placed on the City Council agenda for final approval on April 4, 2017.
Project Title:
2017 SHSP - Grand Prairie - Ballistic Blankets
2017 SHSP - Grand Prairie - Night Vision
A survey conducted by the North Central Texas Council of Governments found that the City of Grand Prairie's SWAT Team had a need for ballistic blankets and night vision capabilities to enhance current operations.
Ballistic Blankets: Ballistic blankets are used to extended ballistic coverage while moving to a posi...
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