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Approval of a Resolution to apply for a FEMA Fire Prevention and Safety Grant in the amount of $16,000.
Public Safety
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Item Summary:
The grant will be used for the purchase of a fire extinguisher training system that utilizes computer generated and simulated fire.
Committee or Staff Recommendation:
On February 15, 2011 the Public Safety and Public Works Committee recommended placing this item on the February 28, 2011 Mayor and Council Agenda.
Financial Impact:
The grant is a 80/20 split. The federal share is $12,800 with a required match of $3,200. The required match will come from the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation.
Presented by:
Ricky Spencer, Fire Chief