Description
Title: To authorize the Chief Administrative Officer, for and on behalf of the City of Richmond, to accept funds in the amount of $69,015.00 from the Virginia Department of Fire Programs, and to amend the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Special Fund Budget by creating a new special fund for the Department of Fire and Emergency Services called the “Virginia Fire Services PPE Grant Special Fund,” and increasing estimated revenues and the amount appropriated to the Department of Fire and Emergency Services’ “Virginia Fire Services PPE Grant Special Fund” by $69,015.00 for the purpose of providing funding for fir
Summary
Ordinance No. 2026-052, introduced on February 23, 2026, authorizes the Chief Administrative Officer of the City of Richmond to accept a grant of $69,015 from the Virginia Department of Fire Programs. This funding will establish the "Virginia Fire Services PPE Grant Special Fund" within the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, aimed at providing essential firefighter turnout gear and personal protective equipment. The funding is crucial as it helps mitigate costs without requiring matching funds, thereby supporting the city's firefighting capabilities. A public hearing is scheduled for March 23, 2026, to discuss the ordinance before its adoption. This initiative underscores Richmond's commitment to ensuring the safety of its firefighters.