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County EMS Grant Award (NB)
This item requests approval to accept a grant for the purchase of EMS equipment from the Florida Department of Health EMS Grant Program distributed to the City of Gainesville through Alachua County.
Explanation
The Florida Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services (BEMS), biennially awards funds from the State EMS Trust Fund to Boards of County Commissioners to improve and expand pre-hospital emergency medical services in their counties. The amount allocated to each county is proportional to the amount of traffic fine surcharges collected in the county as a result of motor vehicle infractions.
A portion of Alachua County’s award is designated for the City of Gainesville for reimbursement of pre-approved purchases. The purchase by the City will be for one Zoll X-series cardiac monitor for $37,476.06 and Critical Care Training for $8,857.50 totaling $46,333.56.
Fiscal Note
Reimbursement funds will be received from Alachua County in the amount of $46,333.56. There is no required match.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Manager to accept grant funding for this equipment through Alachua County, subject to approval of any agreements by the City Attorney as to form and legality.