TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
THRU: Jarad Hildenbrand, City Manager
FROM: Sean deMetropolis, Fire Chief
1. Subject
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Agreement with the City of Anaheim for the administration of the 2024 Fiscal Year Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program.
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2. Summary
The City of Anaheim serves as the Grant Administrator for the Anaheim and Santa Ana Urban Area within the federally funded Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program. Approval of the 2024 Grant Transfer Agreement establishes the administrative structure required for the City of Orange to participate in the regional homeland security program, receive and manage eligible resources funded through the program, and meet all federal and state compliance obligations.
3. Recommended Action
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Approve the agreement with the City of Anaheim for the administration of the 2024 Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant Program; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
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4. Fiscal Impact
There is no impact to the General Fund. All costs and reimbursements associated with the Urban Areas Security Initiative Grant will continue to be processed through established grant accounts in accordance with approved grant guidelines.
5. Strategic Plan Goals
Goal 1: Maintain Strong Emergency and Safety Services
Objective1.10: Strengthen Interagency Coordination and response.
6. Discussion and Background
The Anaheim and Santa Ana Urban Area receives annual funding through the Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) to enhance regional preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities. The City of Anaheim administers this funding and coordinates the distribution of eligible resources and program requirements on behalf of participating jurisdictions, including the City of Orange.
The 2024 UASI Grant Transfer Agreement outlines the responsibilities of both cities in administering the program. The agreement authorizes the City of Anaheim to transfer or reimburse eligible equipment, planning efforts, training, and related resources that fall within the scope of the initiative. Section 202 of the agreement describes the manner in which goods, services, and reimbursements may be provided to the City of Orange.
The agreement further requires compliance with federal procurement standards, documentation and reporting obligations, inventory management requirements, and retention of grant-related records. These requirements are set forth in Sections 202, 301, and 412. Execution of the agreement maintains the City of Orange’s participation within the Anaheim and Santa Ana Urban Area and ensures the City’s continued alignment with state and federal grant administration requirements.
7. ATTACHMENTS
• Agreement with the City of Anaheim for the 2024 UASI Grant Program