Description
Title: Approve a resolution authorizing the submission of an application to, and the acceptance of grant funds from, the Department of Homeland Security, through the Public Safety Office of the Office of the Governor, to implement the Fiscal Year 2026 Homeland Security Grant Program, including the State Homeland Security Program, for multiple public safety grant projects, in an amount not to exceed $1,397,063. Funding: $1,397,063 is available from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, through the Public Safety Office of the Office of the Governor. A local funding match is not required.
Summary
The City of Austin is set to submit an application for grant funding from the Department of Homeland Security to support the Fiscal Year 2026 Homeland Security Grant Program, totaling $1,397,063. This funding, which requires no local match, will enhance public safety capabilities across various projects aimed at preventing and responding to terrorism and other hazards. Key initiatives include the acquisition of multi-threat suits, utility terrain vehicles, gas/vapor detectors, and tactical equipment for emergency services. The resolution designates the Director of Austin Emergency Management as the authorized official to manage these grants, ensuring that funds are used effectively to bolster community preparedness and resilience.