Title
Resolution - A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager and the City of Mansfield Fire Department to Make Application for and Receive Funds from the Department of Homeland Security, Under Assistance to Firefighter Grant Program 2016 for Cardiac Compression Devices not to Exceed $117,990 with a Required City Match of 10% Equal to $11,799
Requested Action
Approval by City Council for the City Manager and the Fire Department to make application and receive funds from the Department of Homeland Security Assistance to Firefighter Grant Program 2016.
Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of the resolution.
Description/History
The Department of Homeland Security, Assistance to Firefighter Grant Program 2016 has announced the availability of funding for local grant projects. The City of Mansfield will submit an application request for grant funding totaling up to $117,990 for Cardiac Compression Devices. The City of Mansfield would be required to match 10% of the requested funds if awarded. The contract period is 12 months after the award date.
Justification
The grant application will allow the City of Mansfield to acquire funding to purchase cardiac compression devices for our ambulances. These devices provide automatic compressions during an incident where CPR is being delivered. The device provides for effective compressions during patient movement to the ambulance and during ambulance transport without interruptions. The paramedic’s safety is also increased as he can be able to be seat belted properly during transport and the care provided is increased as this allows for other procedures to be completed promptly as compressions are being addressed. If awarded this grant, the devices will enhance our operations towards patient care during incidents of CPR transports.
Funding Source
General Fund
Prepared By
Barry Bondurant, Fire Chief
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