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Approval of Grant Application for 2020 Assistance to Firefighters Grant
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SUMMARY: The Crossville Fire Department requests approval to apply for the 2020 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) to purchase four (4) LUCAS CPR devices for the Crossville Emergency Medical Program. The grant award is a 95% grant with a 5% match by the City of Crossville. The total cost for the acquisition is $78,645.40 with the City of Crossville being responsible for $3,932.27. The grant will be awarded during the next fiscal year budget process and funds will be budgeted if the grant is awarded. The LUCAS Device is a valuable lifesaving tool used to mechanically perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The devices will greatly enhance advanced lifesaving capabilities for the City.
BUDGET ACCOUNT: N/A
Recommended Action
NECESSARY COUNCIL ACTION: Approve grant application