Accept $1.36 million federal grant to create Marine Response Program
In Plain English
The Department of Homeland Security and FEMA are offering the city $1.36 million to establish a new Marine Response Program. The grant requires purchasing specialized boats from Moose Boats and jet docking systems from specific vendors. If approved, the city gains new water rescue and emergency response capabilities without using local tax dollars.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 91-12
7 to 0
Why This Vote Matters
The city council unanimously approved accepting $1.36 million in federal grants from the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA to create a new Marine Response Program. The money will pay for specialized rescue boats and jet docking systems, giving the city new water rescue and emergency response capabilities at no cost to local taxpayers. The grants require purchasing equipment from specific vendors, which the council also approved. This decision continues the council's strong pattern of supporting federal contract opportunities.
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