REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
DATE: 08/21/2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Fire Department
SUBJECT:
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RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AUTHORITY TO ACT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY FOR PURPOSES OF OBTAINING FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROVIDED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services requires that the City Council adopt a resolution designating authorized agents to act on behalf of the City. This authorization is for the purpose of applying for and receiving federal financial assistance provided by the Department of Homeland Security and sub-granted through the State of California and the County of Riverside Emergency Management Department.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
That the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-085 designating and authorizing the Fire Chief, Police Chief, Police Captain, and Emergency Services Manager to execute applications and documents for the purposes of obtaining federal financial assistance provided by the federal Department of Homeland Security and sub-granted through the State of California and the County of Riverside.
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BACKGROUND & HISTORY:
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Grant Program (DHS) provides funding to assist states and local governments in enhancing and sustaining emergency management capabilities in preparing for all potential hazards a community might face. This sub-grant to local jurisdictions is administered through the California Office of Emergency Services in cooperation with the Riverside County Emergency Management Department. This has historically been a recurring annual grant, and although it is not guaranteed, the City anticipates receiving future allocations.
ANALYSIS:
The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services requires that the Corona City Council adopt a resolution designating authorized agents to act on behalf of the City for the purpose of applying for and re...
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