Title
Resolution to Amend the Fiscal Year 2023 Council Approved Budget by appropriating up to $1,295,134.02 of the FY22 Excess EMS Fees from the Assigned Fund Balance.
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
The FY22 Excess EMS Fees totaling up to $1,295,134.02 will be used to purchase items that are not otherwise covered by general or grant funding.
1. AFG and other grant matches
2. Station appliance and furniture replacement and upgrades
3. Fire and EMS training and education equipment, computers, simulators, and supplies
4. Training ground improvements
5. EMS medical equipment, improved technology, and inventory control
6. Recruitment and retention projects
7. Replacement body armor for members
8. ARC Explorer Tow-behind Sonar replacement
9. US Digital Designs Fire Station Alerting software contract
10. Stryker Lifepak 15s
11. Various logistics equipment
12. Fire prevention and investigation equipment
13. Other projects incapable of being funded by operating budget or grants
Discussion:
The allocation of funds will help support the needs of the Hampton Division of Fire and Rescue.
Impact:
The allocation is for up to $1,295,134.02.
Recommendation:
Rec
Approve
Body
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Hampton, Virginia amends its Fiscal Year 2023 Council Approved Budget to appropriate up to $1,295,134.02 from the Assigned Fund Balance for FY22 Excess EMS Fees to the Division of Fire and Rescue's budget to purchase equipment for Fire/EMS operations and the fire stations.