Title
Resolution to Amend the Fiscal Year 2024 Council Approved Budget to Appropriate $945,134.02 in FY22 Excess EMS Fees from the General Fund's Assigned Fund Balance to the Division of Fire and Rescue's Budget
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
The FY22 Excess EMS Fees totaling up to $1,295,134.02 were approved for appropriation by Council on 3/8/2023, resolution 23-0036. The Department only appropriated $350,000 of the allowable funds during FY23. The remainder, $945,134.02, will be used to purchase remaining previously authorized 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. Various logistics equipment
10. Fire prevention and investigation equipment
11. Other projects incapable of being funded by operating budget or grants
Discussion:
The allocation of funds will help support the needs of the Hampton Fire & Rescue Division.
Impact:
The allocation is for $945,134.02.
Recommendation:
Rec
Approve
Body
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Hampton, Virginia amends its Fiscal Year 2024 Council Approved Budget to appropriate $945,134.02 in FY22 excess EMS fees from the General Fund's Assigned Fund Balance to the Division of Fire & Rescue's budget.