EC-26-214: Approval and authorization of the grant application to FEMA from the Albuquerque Fire Rescue Department

Description

Approval and authorization of the grant application to FEMA from the Albuquerque Fire Rescue Department

Summary

EC-26-214 authorizes the City of Albuquerque to apply for FEMA funding to recruit, hire, and train 12 additional Albuquerque Fire Rescue (AFR) firefighters and EMTs. The proposed grant would support wages and benefits totaling $2.11 million over three years, while the City would provide approximately $1.46 million in matching funds and cover $535,376 in indirect costs. The additional personnel are intended to improve AFR’s operational capacity, response efficiency, and safety for residents and emergency crews during time-sensitive incidents. The legislation does not create a revenue source. If it is not approved, AFR’s staffing and response capabilities would remain unchanged, and any expansion would need to be funded through the City budget.