Bill Type and Number: Ordinance 2007 - 0020

Sponsor: Council President at the request of the Mayor

Date of Introduction: January 9, 2007

Committee(s) of Reference: F, TEUS

Date of Analysis: January 12, 2007

Type of Action: Appropriation

Bill Summary: The bill appropriates $38,412 of continuation grant money from the US Department of Homeland Security for purchase of and repairs of current hazardous material equipment and for training in Office of Grant & Training approved training courses.

Background Information: Hazardous Material Team Sustainment accounts being credited are:

- Employee Training - $ 8,000

- Specialized Equipment - 24,832

- Repairs & Maintenance - 5,580

Policy Impact Area: Fire & Rescue

Fiscal Impact: The bill appropriates $38,412 of federal grant money.

Analyst: Weiss