Title
Interlocal Agreement with Alachua County for Purchase of EMS Equipment (B)
Explanation
The State Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) allocates funds from the State EMS Trust Fund to the boards of county commissioners to improve and expand prehospital EMS systems in their county. The annual amount allocated to each county is proportional to the amount of traffic fines collected in the county as a result of motor vehicle infractions.
Alachua County has been allocated $92,797 for 1999-2000. Gainesville Fire Rescue (GFR) requested and was approved to receive $24,247 of these funds to purchase specific equipment for these purposes, including a network server, a video production system, and 12 suction units.
Fiscal Note
The $24,247 will be received from the County after the Interlocal Agreement is fully executed.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Manager to execute the Interlocal Agreement with the County, and any other necessary documents pending review by the City Attorney as to form and legality.