Item Coversheet
CITY OF ORLANDO
AGENDA ITEM



Items Types: Fire

For Meeting of: 2/23/2015

District:ALL On file (City Clerk):Yes



Subject:Florida Department of Health EMS Matching Grant
Summary:
Over the past three years, Florida EMS has awarded 139 matching grants totaling $6.8 million. These grants are to assist agencies and local governments with EMS equipment and resources.  OFD will be applying for approximately $333,416.00 to purchase and install 9 stretchers which include Power-PRO XT, Steer Lock ProCare, and Power Load.  These stretchers will help to reduce lifting injuries to firefighters.  

Fiscal and Efficiency Data:No fiscal impact to the city at this time.
Recommended Action:Approval of City Council to apply for grant. 
Contact:April Taylor, 407-246-2544


ATTACHMENTS:
File NameDescriptionType
2014-announcement.pdfGrant AnnouncementBackup Material
ems-matching-application-tabs.docGrant ApplicationBackup Material
Grant_approval_form_EMS_Matching.pdfGrant Approval FormBackup Material

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