RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief, or designee, to execute a purchase contract with Golden State Fire Apparatus, Inc. for the purchase of a swiftwater rescue prime mover vehicle using funds from the U. S. Department of Homeland Security, California Governor's Office of Emergency Services, State Homeland Security Grant Program, in an amount not to exceed $240,000.
FISCAL IMPACT:
100% Federal grant funds
CONSEQUENCE OF NEGATIVE ACTION:
The District would not be able to take advantage of this funding opportunity and would continue to use outdated, non-specialized equipment and apparatus for swiftwater rescues.
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