03/08/2005 Resolutions 2005-71
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RES 0 L UTI 0 N 2005-71
WHEREAS, the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency has provided funding
through a Homeland Security Grant to local law enforcement agencies and local fire departments to
replace or upgrade rescue equipment, to purchase wireless communication equipment, and to provide
first responder equipment and a trailer; and
WHEREAS, such grant funding has allowed area agencies to purchase rescue
equipment which will allow the different agencies to coordinate rescue operations to better serve the
public; and
WHEREAS, it is beneficial to the City of Grand Island to continue receiving financial
assistance to obtain equipment and supplies needed to prepare for various emergency situations; and
WHEREAS, it is important to recognize funding assistance previously received, and
encourage the continuation of such funding in order to be fully prepared to assess and conduct
emergency rescue operations.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island supports participation
in the 2005 Homeland Security Grant program through the Nebraska Emergency Management
Agency and encourages continued funding for the purchase, replacement or upgrade of rescue
equipment and/or reimbursement for emergency management personnel costs.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 8, 2005.
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Approved as to Form r:r
March 3, 2005