TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
THRU: Jarad Hildenbrand, City Manager
FROM: Alan Velasco, Fire Chief
1. SUBJECT
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Agreement with County of Orange for the Transfer of Property or Funds for Fiscal Year 2023 Homeland Security Grant Program Purposes
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2. SUMMARY
The City of Orange has been awarded Fiscal Year 2023 Homeland Security Grant Program resources through the County of Orange, acting as the lead agency for the Orange County Operational Area. Approval of this agreement allows the County of Orange to transfer grant-funded equipment, technology, services, or funds to the City of Orange to enhance emergency preparedness and homeland security capabilities consistent with approved grant objectives.
3. RECOMMENDED ACTION
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Approve the agreement with County of Orange for the transfer of property or funds for Fiscal Year 2023 Homeland Security Grant Program purposes; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
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4. FISCAL IMPACT
None.
5. STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS
Goal 1: Maintain Strong Emergency and Safety Services
Objective1.7: Enhance Emergency Preparedness Education & Awareness
6. DISCUSSION AND BACKGROUND
The County of Orange, acting through its Sheriff-Coroner Department, serves as the lead agency for the Orange County Operational Area and is responsible for administering the Fiscal Year 2023 Homeland Security Grant Program on behalf of participating jurisdictions. The program is administered by the California Office of Emergency Services and is intended to enhance countywide emergency preparedness, coordination, and response capabilities.
Through this agreement, the City of Orange will receive an electronic fire extinguisher training system to support public education, fire safety training, and community preparedness activities. The electronic extinguisher allows residents and participants to practice proper fire extinguisher use in a controlled, reusable, and environmentally...
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