Title
Resolution to Amend the Fiscal Year 2026 Council Approved Budget by Appropriating up to $449,414.00 of the FY26 Excess EMS Fees from the Assigned Fund Balance to the Division of Fire & Rescue's Budget to Purchase Equipment for Fire/EMS Operations and the Fire Stations
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
The FY26 Excess EMS Fees totaling up to $449,414.00 will be used to purchase items that are not otherwise covered by general or grant funding.
1. Funding of tuition for contracted paramedic courses
2. Outbuilding to house training engine and equipment
3. Training grounds enhancements
4. AFG and other grant matches
5. EMS medical equipment, improved technology, and inventory control
6. New pharmacy support needs
7. Station appliance and furniture replacement and upgrades
8. Fire and EMS training equipment, computers, simulators, and supplies
9. Replacement body armor for members
10. ARC Explorer Tow-behind Sonar replacement
11. US Digital Designs Fire Station Alerting software contract
12. Whole Blood Project Equipment, Supplies, and Blood
13. Other projects incapable of being funded by the 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 up to $449,414.00
Recommendation:
Rec
Approve
Body
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Hampton, Virginia amends its Fiscal Year 2026 Council Approved Budget to appropriate up to $449,414.00 from the Assigned Fund Balance for FY26 Excess EMS Fees to the Division of Fire & Rescue's budget to purchase equipment for Fire/EMS operations and the fire stations.