Description
Title: ORD Approp $359,000.00 in Grant Funding from the FL Dept of Financial Svcs, Div of State Fire Marshal to the JFRD to Prov Support for Fire Specialty Teams; Prov for Oversight by the JFRD (B.T. 26-047) (Smith) (Req of Mayor) 3/10/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS, F Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 3/24/26
Summary
Ordinance 2026-181, introduced at the request of the Mayor and approved by the Jacksonville City Council, allocates $359,000 in grant funding from the Florida Department of Financial Services to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department. This funding is designated to support specialized fire teams by maintaining, replacing, and enhancing critical equipment for Urban Search and Rescue, Hazardous Materials response, and Mutual Aid Radio Communications. The grant requires no local matching funds and will be effective until June 30, 2026. The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department will oversee the grant's administration, ensuring that the city's emergency response capabilities are improved and adequately supported. This legislation is significant as it enhances public safety and emergency preparedness in Jacksonville.