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Grant Application - Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
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INFORMATION CONTACT:
Jason May, Budget and Grants Management, Director, 704-283-3760
ACTION REQUESTED:
Authorize the County Manager to submit the associated grant application and make necessary assurances and certifications associated with the grant application as substantially consistent with this agenda item, which includes the authorization to execute documents related to award of the grant and budget funds as appropriate.
PRIOR BOARD ACTIONS:
None.
BACKGROUND:
The Union County Fire Marshal’s Office is seeking authorization to apply for and, if awarded, accept a grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation in the amount of $15,000 (no local match). The grant program provides funding to public safety organizations across the nation to enhance emergency response capabilities, improve community safety, and support lifesaving operations through specialized equipment.
The proposed project will fund the purchase of digital cameras and accessories to improve incident documentation, post-disaster damage assessments, and fire investigation capabilities. High-resolution imagery is a critical component of accurate scene evaluation, training, and reporting. These tools will allow the Fire Marshal’s Office to collect precise photographic evidence during investigations, emergency incidents, and natural disaster events.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Union County anticipates requesting approximately $15,000 in funding with no local match.