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*4.B.1.


Shakopee City Council
March 4, 2020


FROM:Rick Coleman, Fire Chief
TO:Mayor and Council Members
Subject:
FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG)
Policy/Action Requested:
Adopt Resolution R2020-019.
Recommendation:
Adopt Resolution R2020-019.
Discussion:
The Fire Department is applying to a FEMA AFG grant for special team technical training. The application includes certification for dive training (five firefighters) and rope rescue (12 firefighters). The estimated cost for both trainings is $65,000.
Budget Impact:
A 10% match is required of the FEMA AFG which equates to $6,500. The match amount is covered under the departments training budget.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Resolution R2020-019